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ERIC Number: ED602045
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2016
Pages: 9
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The Transformational Learning of Three Adult Academicians
Sahin, Mehmet; Erisen, Yavuz; Çeliköz, Nadir
Online Submission, Mediterranean Journal of Humanities v6 n1 p299-307 2016
Mezirow (1991) defines transformative learning as a theory about constructing meaning, not just about knowledge acquisition, and the construction of meaning is about learning through critical reflection, rather than mindlessly or unquestioningly acquiring frames of reference through life experiences. Mezirow (1997) emphasizes that transformative learning is rooted in the way human beings communicate, and does not link it exclusively with the significant life events of the learner. Thus, the individual can make shifts in his/her world view and this can result in a more inclusive world-view. This qualitative article based upon transformative learning theory presents the common changes and transformations of three adults, following their movement to a new city and university as academicians.
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Turkey (Istanbul)
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