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Knowles' Adult Learning Theory or Theory of Andragogy is particularly important when designing trainings for working professionals. The theory proposes five assumptions of adult learners: self-concept, experience, readiness to learn, orientation to learning, and motivation to learn.

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What are the similarities and differences between pedagogy and andragogy?