Cranton, Patricia,

Understanding and promoting transformative learning : a guide for educators of adults / Patricia Cranton. - Second edition. - xi, 228 pages ; 24 cm. - The Jossey-Bass higher and adult education series . - Jossey-Bass higher and adult education series. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Dimensions of adult learning -- Transformative learning theory -- A theory in progress -- Transformation: the learner's story -- Individual differences -- Educator roles -- Empowering learners -- Fostering critical self-reflection and self-knowledge -- Supporting transformative learning -- The educator's transformative journey.

Covering key issues in transformational learning (TL) theory, this book shows how to help adult educators understand what TL is and how to foster it in their practice. It incorporates theoretical developments, such as the role of imagination and spirituality in transformation, and the author's own attempts to develop a model of TL.

0787976687 9780787976682

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Adult learning
Transformative learning
Transfer of training.
Adult education.

LC5225.L42 / C72 2006

378.196