Adult learning Quote by David A. Kolb
“Learning is most often considered. a process of getting rather than giving. This is most evident in conceptions of student/teacher roles: Teachers give and students get. Yet, in adult learning both giving and getting are critical.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Experiential Learning Theory, 1984
Adult learning thrives when participants both share knowledge and receive insights, moving beyond the one‑way teacher‑to‑student model.
In simple terms: Both giving and receiving are essential in adult learning.
Key Takeaway
Balance teaching and learning roles.
Themes
education
adult learning
collaboration
growth
Mood
inquisitive
engaged
optimistic
Type
educational
motivational
When to use this quote
- workshops
- team projects
- mentor programs
- community education
- online courses
Key Concepts
experiential learning
reciprocity
knowledge exchange
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you give while you learn?
- How does receiving enhance your teaching?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on giving can limit learner agency.
