I selected the assumption that adult learners are receptive when they are ready to learn. My reason for selecting this assumption is because it is central to the other learning processes. Adults needs for learning are different from children and as such Malcom Knowles recognized this need. Building on andragogy, Malcolm Knowles listed six assumptions about adult learning. As an adult learner I relate to the assumption that some things are learned on a need to know basis, but for it to resonate, I must be open and ready to learn. According to Sang (2010) andragogy improves communication between students and instructors and in my field of criminal justice it facilitates guidance with the student at the center. Self-reflection is important and