Exploring Heutagogy - The Digital Twist in Self-Determined Learning and Education
Exploring Heutagogy - The Digital Twist in Self-Determined Learning and Education

Summary/Abstract: Heutagogy is a term that refers to a self-determined learning model where learners take an active role in their own learning. Unlike pedagogy (teacher-led learning) and andragogy (adult learning), heutagogy places a significant emphasis on the learner's ability to plan, manage and evaluate their own learning experience. In a heutagogical approach, learners are considered capable and motivated to direct their own learning paths, encouraged to set their own learning goals, choose learning methods and assess their own progress. This approach assumes that learners are not just passive recipients of information but are actively engaged in constructing their knowledge and skills through the involvement and the use of various resources and technologies that empower learners to access information, collaborate with others and create their own learning experiences. It is particularly relevant in today's dynamic and information-rich environment, where the ability to learn independently is highly valuable thus standing in contrast to more traditional educational models where the teacher or instructor plays a more central role in directing the learning process. The term "heutagogy" was coined by Stewart Hase and Chris Kenyon in the early 2000s and has gained attention in discussions about innovative and learner-centered approaches to education. The implications of heutagogy are diverse and can impact various aspects of education and learning, some of which are treated in this article especially from the point of view of technology use to facilitate self-directed learning; online resources, collaborative tools and digital platforms can support learners in accessing information, connecting with others and creating their own learning environments.

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