Week 3 | EDU 500 – Adult Learning Theory | Strayer University

Please respond to the following:

• Based on your understanding of the reading this week, compare and contrast Knowle’s Andragogy versus McCluskey’s Theory of Margin. In doing this, defend or critique the basic assumptions that Knowles makes. Do you think those assumptions are valid or do you think they are flawed for some reason? Be specific and support your response with related examples.
•  McClusky’s work focuses heavily on motivation and how it can be impacted by a learner’s life events and previous learning experiences, both positive and negative. Let’s reflect on how McClusky’s Theory of Margin and share ways in which you could use this particular theory to help motivate adult learners in your classroom. Use specific examples.