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Document Type: | Book |
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All Authors / Contributors: |
Malcolm S Knowles; Elwood F Holton; Richard A Swanson |
ISBN: | 9781856178112 1856178110 |
OCLC Number: | 666246345 |
Description: | xii, 406 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
Contents: | Introduction -- Exploring the world of learning theory -- Theories of learning -- A theory of adult learning : andragogy -- Theories of teaching -- An andragogical process model for learning -- Andragogy in practice -- Adult learning within human resource development -- New perspectives on andragogy -- Beyond andragogy -- The future of andragogy -- Whole-part-whole learning model -- From teacher to facilitator of learning -- Making things happen by releasing the energy of others -- Some guidelines for the use of learning contracts -- Core competency diagnostic and planning guide -- Personal adult learning style inventory -- A theory of effective computer-based instruction for adults -- International research foundation for andragogy and the implications for the practice of education with adults -- Andragogy : history, meaning, context, function. |
Responsibility: | Malcolm S. Knowles, Elwood F. Holton III, Richard A. Swanson. |
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Provides a theoretical framework for understanding adult learning issues both in teaching and workplace environments. Suitable for practitioners and students in the field of adult learning and human resource development, this book incorporates theories on adult learning alongside the advances in the principles and practice of adult education.
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Praise for The Adult Learner, 6th edition:"A great update of a classic. Should be required reading for anyone involved with adult learning in schools, businesses and communities." Sam Stern, Professor & Dean, The New School of Education, Oregon State University, USA Read more...
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