The adult learner : the definitive classic in adult education and human resource development /

Knowles, Malcolm S. 1913-1997

The adult learner : the definitive classic in adult education and human resource development / Malcolm S. Knowles, Elwood F. Holton III, Richard A. Swanson. - Sixth edition. - xii, 378 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 321-360) and index.

Introduction -- The Roots of Andragogy -- Exploring the World of Learning Theory -- Theories of Learning -- A Theory of Adult Learning: Andragogy -- Theories of Teaching -- An Andragogical Process Model for Learning -- Advancements in Adult Learning -- Andragogy in Practice -- Adult Learning within Human Resource Development -- New Perspectives on Andragogy -- Beyond Andragogy -- The Future of Andragogy -- Practice in Adult Learning -- 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 -- Training Delivery Problems & Solutions: An analysis of Novice & Expert Trainers -- A Model for Developing Employee Work Effectiveness in New Roles and Environments. 1. Part 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Part 2. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Part 3. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.

"The Adult Learner, Sixth Edition is essential reading for adult learning practitioners, students and HRD professionals. It provides a theoretical framework for understanding the adult learning issues both in the teaching and workplace environments."--Jacket.

0750678372 9780750678377

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Adult learning
Adult education
Training
Teaching.

LC5225.L42 / K56 2005

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