Adult Learning: Linking Theory and Practice

Solidly grounded in theory and research, but concise and practice-oriented, "Adult Learning: Bridging Theory and Practice "is perfect for graduate students and practitioners alike. The expert authors have infused each chapterwith teaching and instructional applications as well as personal relevance for the reader. The contents covers: Adult Learning in Today's World--globalization; technology; social networking; formal, nonformal, and informal learningThe Culture and Context in Adult LearningThe Foundations of Learning Theory--behaviorism, cognitive psychology, social constructivism, situated cognitionAndragogySelf-directed LearningTransformative LearningThe Body and Spirit in LearningExperience and LearningMotivation and LearningThe Brain and Mind, including neuroscienceIntelligence--practical and emotional intelligence, learning and cognitive stylesCritical Thinking and Critical Perspectives