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Feuer, Dale; Geber, Beverly – Training, 1988
The authors review the concept of andragogy and synthesize recent criticisms of this theory. The use of andragogical techniques in job training is discussed. The authors conclude that, despite some weaknesses, andragogy is important in that it makes the teacher sensitive to the needs and interests of the learner. (CH)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Andragogy, Education Work Relationship