Lifelong Learning Concepts And Contexts

Lifelong learning has developed considerably as a distinct area of study within education in recent years. This is not least because numerous governments and noted educational strategists have become very vocal supporters of new ways of learning throughout all stages of life. This richly detailed and considered examination of current thinking in lifelong learning brings together new writing from worldwide experts in the topic, including Professors Norman Longworth and Jack D. Mezirow, to offer a broad-ranging picture of the position to date. Also including a thoughtful historic preface from Professor Peter Jarvis, the book provides a critical summary of current developments in understanding adult learning and the societal context in which they are located. Across the different contributions and sections of the book, four clear themes are developed: Adult learning is distinctly different from learning in childhood Learning is more than a cognitive activity in that it includes an affective dimension as well as contextual influences Lifelong learning has implications for the purpose and processes of learning in educational institutions There are subordinate discourses of lifelong learning that need to be aired and can enrich our understanding of what it means Everyone engaged in lifelong learning; including students undertaking courses of study in this field, and undergraduate and postgraduate students in a variety of professional areas will find this material essential reading.Crowther, Jim is the author of 'Lifelong Learning Concepts And Contexts', published 2006 under ISBN 9780415353724 and ISBN 0415353726.