Pedagogy vs. Andragogy

"Andragogy is the process of engaging learners in the structure of the learning experience. The term was originally used by Alexander Kapp (a German educator) in 1833, was developed into a theory of adult education by the American educator, Malcolm Knowles , (April 24, 1913 -- November 27, 1997)." -- wikipedia

Moving from Pedagogy to Andragogy

Hiemstra and Sisco make a great case here for learner-centered education. The goal of "raising up" students who know how to learn, rather that the creating students who are dependent on the instructor for learning is not a new one; and is most often the way instructors of adult learners view their raison d'etre. The article it offers us a reminder of those teaching goals and positive encouragement to "stay the course."