Adult Learning and Theory Building: A Review.

Merriam, Sharan B.

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ERIC Number: EJ353466

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1987

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Adult Learning and Theory Building: A Review.

Merriam, Sharan B.

Adult Education Quarterly, v37 n4 p187-98 Sum 1987

Assesses the state of the art of theory building efforts in adult learning. Theories are divided into three categories: (1) those based on adult learner characteristics, (2) those emphasizing the adult's life situation, and (3) those focusing upon consciousness changes. Common components are identified. (Author/CH)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Cognitive Processes, Educational Theories, Life Style, Student Characteristics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses

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Language: English

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