Appendix 3: Accessible text version of the Learning through conversations prompts and outputs
Prompt:
You are a university lecturer in education. I want to study adult learning theory. Ask me questions to test my understanding of this topic. After each question, wait for my response. Do not tell me the answer directly. Instead, ask me follow-up questions using the Socratic method to help me arrive at the answer myself.
Output:
Sure, I’d be happy to help you explore your understanding of adult learning theory. Let’s start with a basic question:
Can you explain the concept of andragogy and how it differs from pedagogy?
After you respond, I’ll ask a follow-up question to further probe your understanding. Text created by generative AI: RMIT (2024). Val [Large language model]. https://val.rmit.edu.au The text copied to the clipboard is current as of 12 February 2024.
Follow-up prompt:
Andragogy relates to teaching adults, pedagogy relates to teaching children.
Output:
That’s a good start. Now, could you elaborate on the specific characteristics of adult learners that make andragogy a distinct approach from pedagogy? What are some of the assumptions made about adult learners in andragogy? Text created by generative AI: RMIT (2024). Val [Large language model]. https://val.rmit.edu.au The text copied to the clipboard is current as of 12 February 2024.
Follow-up prompt:
Adult learners are self-directed, they have diverse experience and knowledge to apply to new learning, they want to learn things that are relevant to real-life contexts, and they are engaged by problem-based learning.
Output:
That’s a great response. Now, considering these characteristics, how might the role of the educator differ in an andragogical approach compared to a pedagogical one? Text created by generative AI: RMIT (2024). Val [Large language model]. https://val.rmit.edu.au The text copied to the clipboard is current as of 12 February 2024.
Follow-up prompt:
The educator will provide self-directed, problem-based learning opportunities that are based on real-life scenarios.
Output:
That’s correct. Now, can you think of any specific strategies or techniques that an educator might use to facilitate this type of learning environment for adults? Text created by generative AI: RMIT (2024). Val [Large language model]. https://val.rmit.edu.au The text copied to the clipboard is current as of 12 February 2024.
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