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White Papers

The Neogogy white paper series.

Three peer-reviewed papers setting out the case for Neogogy, its theoretical foundations, and the constraints that keep learning oriented to reality. Each is available to read and download in full.

01White Paper

Neogogy: The Imperative for a New Pedagogy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

By Alin Vrancila, Bo Cassell, Abbey Feely, and Linda Sommerville

In an era defined by rapid technological advancement and the rise of artificial intelligence, traditional pedagogical models are increasingly inadequate. This paper introduces Neogogy—a framework drawing on the strengths of pedagogy, andragogy, and heutagogy to offer an integrated, adaptive, learner-centered approach. It articulates the defining principles of flexibility, integration, collaboration, outcome orientation, and affordability.

Framework foundationsAI and pedagogyLearner autonomy

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02White Paper

Learning Theory Foundations

By Alin Vrancila, Bo Cassell, Abbey Feely, and Linda Sommerville

Neogogy synthesizes key elements of Constructivism, Social Cognitive Theory, and Experiential Learning Theory for the digital era. By harnessing AI for personalized scaffolding, immediate feedback, and collaboration, learners develop both perishable technical skills and enduring human capacities—ethical reasoning, leadership, and self-regulation—while instructors assume a mentor-like role.

ConstructivismSocial cognitive theoryExperiential learning

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03White Paper

Neogogy and the Necessity of Constraint: Learning in Context

By Dr. James Spencer

Drawing on complexity theory and the ancient frameworks of paideia and catechesis, this paper argues that pedagogies used apart from robust constraints—doctrinal convictions, moral teloi, the transcendentals—are insufficient guides in a complex world. For Neogogy to form wisdom and character, it must be anchored in the enduring realities of the good, the true, and the beautiful.

Complexity theoryFormation and characterPaideia

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04Book · 2025

Neogogy: Learning at the Speed of Mind

By Dr. Alin Vrancila

The founding volume. A full theory and practice of learning designed for the moment when machines began to think. Written for educators, deans, and any reader who suspects the old textbook chapter on learning theory is no longer enough.

Framework foundationsLearning theoryAI and education

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05Book · 2026

Understanding Neogogy: Academic Intelligence in the Age of AI

By Dr. Alin Vrancila

The companion volume. Written to be read in an evening and argued about for a semester. Takes up the question no faculty meeting can any longer avoid: what is a university for now that machines can think?

Higher educationAcademic intelligenceInstitutional practice

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Instruments

Assessment research.

The Formation Compass

A free assessment that maps a learner's formation profile across four personas: Guide, Anchor, Sprinter, and Wanderer.

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The Neogogy Readiness Index

An institutional instrument for schools and universities measuring readiness across leadership, curriculum, faculty, infrastructure, and culture.

Citation

How to cite the Neogogy framework.

Vrancila, Alin. Neogogy: Learning at the Speed of Mind. Manila: Life College International Press, 2025.

MLA, 9th edition.

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