Beginnings of the history and philosophy of andragogy, 1833-2000
Document Type
Book Chapter
Publication Title
Integrating Adult Learning and Technologies for Effective Education: Strategic Approaches
Abstract
Andragogy had a very slow beginning over a period of almost one century as a term referring to the theory and practice of adult education. Numerous elements were involved in the seventy years it took to establish its foundation: starting in England and the USA; andragogy and human resource development [HRD]; andragogy and self-directed learning [SDL]; conflict between supporters and detractors; comparing European and USA perspectives; trust in learners’ abilities; scientific foundation of andragogy; skepticism and its counter-balance; and, antecedents of andragogy. Trends in usage and considering its possible benefits set the tone for the future of andragogy from 2000 forward.
DOI
10.4018/978-1-61520-694-0.ch001
Publication Date
12-2010
Recommended Citation
Henschke, John A., "Beginnings of the history and philosophy of andragogy, 1833-2000" (2010). Faculty Scholarship. 235.
https://digitalcommons.lindenwood.edu/faculty-research-papers/235