1st Edition

Blending Andragogy and Pedagogy for Adult Learners Approaches for Higher Education

By Joanne Bowser-Angermann Copyright 2026
200 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

200 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

200 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Blending Andragogy and Pedagogy for Adult Learners explores how educators can bridge the gap between traditional pedagogy and andragogy (the science of adult learning).  This book demonstrates how andragogy, with its focus on learner autonomy and practical application, can not only enhance student engagement but also cultivate the problem-solving and analytical skills essential for... Read more
  1. Introduction: Which ‘gogy’?
  2. Pedagogy in Higher Education
  3. Andragogy: Progression from Pedagogy
  4. Balancing Pedagogy and Andragogy: The Complexities for Higher Education
  5. Implementation and Challenges – The Realities of Adult Learning Design
  6. The future of Higher Education: Learner-centred approaches

 

Biography

Joanne Bowser-Angermann is Associate Professor of Applied Teaching and Learning and Deputy Dean for Education in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences at Anglia Ruskin University, UK.