According to Malcolm Knowles' andragogy, which of the following are characteristics of the adult learner? (Select all that apply.)
a. Autonomy
b. Experience
c. Instructor-driven assessments
d. Peer-directed motivation
e. Individualism
A, B, E
Malcolm Knowles described these principles of adult learning in a model known as andragogy. Adult learning theory stresses concepts of individualism, self-assessment, self-direction, motivation, experience, and autonomy.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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