These adults bring a wealth of information and experiences to the learning situation. Andragogy Pedagogy Demands of learning Learner must balance life responsibilities with the demands of learning. Learner can devote more time to the demands of learning because responsibilities are minimal. Role of instructor Learners are autonomous and self directed. Teachers guide the learners to their own knowledge rather than supplying them with facts.
Learners rely on the instructor to direct the learning.
Fact based lecturing is often the mode of knowledge transmission. Life experiences Learners have a tremendous amount of life experiences. They need to connect the learning to their knowledge base. They must recognize the value of the learning. Learners are building a knowledge base and must be shown how their life experiences connect with the present learning.