Adult Education


"Holiday Courses for Long Weekends and Short Breaks"

A Guide to the Best Holiday Courses and Workshops in the Uk & Ireland

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Indexed by location and by subject/interest, choose from a stunning array of courses and opportunities, including: Make bread at the foot of the Pennines; Carve stone with a master mason at a seaside manor house; Extend your photographic skills amidst the splendour of the Lake District; Redesign your own garden while in beautiful London. With illustrations. Paperback, 268 pages. Size: 230 x 155 mm. Weight: 574g.
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ISBN:  1845280237
Publisher:  How to Books Ltd
Date:  2005  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Adult Education

"Ideas Pack for Learners in Colleges and Groups Reprint"

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"Sandstone Educational Series" series; Intended for use by tutors and teachers in the various adult literacy areas, this title is aimed at those working with adult emergent readers, to support them in discussion and criticism about what they have read. With illustrations (some col.). Loose-Leaf, 70 pages. Size: 300 x 210 mm. Weight: 908g.
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ISBN:  1905207034
Publisher:  Sandstone Press Ltd
Date:  2006  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Adult Education

"Adult Learning in Community"

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"New Directions for Adult & Continuing Education" series; A companion work to An Update on Adult Learning Theory, this issue provides the adult learning educator with the developments, research, and scholarship in andragogy and self-directed learning. As an assessment of adult learning theory, it is useful for adult learning educators committed to delivering an effective practice in the classroom. With ill.. Paperback, 112 pages. Size: 230 x 160 mm. Weight: 142g.
Author:  Ace
ISBN:  0787957739
Publisher:  John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Date:  2001  (United States)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Adult Education

"A Framework for Learning"

For Adults With Profound and Complex Learning Difficulties

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This work offers carers, practitioners and managers: a structure for enabling adults with a range of complex needs to develop their individual skills and experience; and a flexible framework which is suitable for specialist colleges and training centres for people with learning difficulties. With bibliography, references, index. Paperback, 164 pages. Size: 297 x 210 mm. Weight: 464g.
Author:  Allen, Caroline
ISBN:  185346760X
Publisher:  Taylor & Francis Ltd
Date:  2001  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Adult Education

"Teaching and Training in Post-Compulsory Education"

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Useful for both new and continuing teachers, this book examines post-compulsory education (PCE) from Adult and Further Education through to training in private and public industry and commerce. It explores key areas in PCE through topical discussion, practical exercises, theory, reading, analysis, information, and examples of student work. With ill. 3 rev ed. Paperback, 304 pages. Size: 241 x 170 mm. Weight: 582g.
Author:  Armitage, Andy Bryant, Robin Dunnill, Richard Flanagan, Karen Hayes, Dennis Hudson, Alan Kent, Janis Lawes, Shirley Renwick, Mandy
ISBN:  0335222676
Publisher:  Open University Press
Date:  2007  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  Tertiary Education (Us: College) Adult Education

"Adult Learners, Adult Education and the Community"

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Adults are continually learning outside of conventional education frameworks, acquiring new skills and knowledge in a range of community settings. This book explores the extent and quality of this informal independent learning and the ways in which adult educators can work with independent adult learners to support and enhance their learning. With bibliography, index. Paperback, 224 pages. Size: 228 x 154 mm. Weight: 310g.
Author:  Brookfield, Stephen
ISBN:  0335104096
Publisher:  Open University Press
Date:  1984  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Adult Education

"Understanding and Facilitating Adult Learning"

A Comprehensive Analysis of Principles and Effective Practices

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Aims to provide a critical examination of the myths surrounding adult education and its practice. With bibliography, index. Paperback, 400 pages. Size: 228 x 154 mm. Weight: 580g.
Author:  Brookfield, Stephen
ISBN:  0335152260
Publisher:  Open University Press
Date:  1986  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Adult Education

"Discussion as a Way of Teaching"

Tools and Techniques for University Teachers

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"Society for Research Into Higher Education" series; Written for university and college teachers interested in experimenting with discussion methods in their classrooms, this work considers the influence of factors of race, class and gender on discussion groups and argues that teachers need to intervene to prevent patterns of inequity present in the wider society. Paperback, 224 pages. Size: 228 x 154 mm. Weight: 326g.
Author:  Brookfield, Stephen Preskill, Stephen
ISBN:  033520161X
Publisher:  Open University Press
Date:  1999  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Adult Education

"Improving Learning, Skills and Inclusion"

The Impact of Policy on Post-Compulsory Education

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"Improving Learning" series; Attempts to understand the poorly understood learning sector by both talking to students and front-line staff and by interviewing the officials responsible for managing post-compulsory education and lifelong learning. It conclude that there are serious failings and suggest principles and features of a more equitable and effective learning system. With 39 black & white tables. Paperback, 248 pages. Size: 216 x 138 mm. Weight: 308g.
Author:  Coffield, Frank Hodgson, Ann Spours, Ken Finlay, Ian Edward, Sheila Steer, Richard
ISBN:  0415461812
Publisher:  Taylor & Francis Ltd
Date:  2008  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Adult Education

"Learning to Teach Adults"

An Introduction

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Offers advice as well as helpful tips, ideas and practical examples on the business of teaching and training. This book covers topics including: adult learners and learning styles; teaching methods and techniques; course and lesson planning; student motivation and participation; and, dealing with awkward situations. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 176 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 275g.
Author:  Corder, Nicholas
ISBN:  0415423635
Publisher:  Taylor & Francis Ltd
Date:  2007  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Adult Education

"Understanding and Promoting Transformative Learning"

A Guide for Educators of Adults

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Provides a text on 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 holistic model of TL. 2 rev ed. Hardback, 240 pages. Size: 237 x 158 mm. Weight: 467g.
Author:  Cranton, Patricia Knox, Alan B.
ISBN:  0787976687
Publisher:  John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Date:  2006  (United States)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Adult Education

"Adults as Learners"

Increasing Participation and Facilitating Learning

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"Jossey-Bass Higher & Adult Education Series" series; Paperback, 336 pages. Size: 239 x 158 mm. Weight: 482g.
Author:  Cross, K.Patricia
ISBN:  1555424457
Publisher:  John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Date:  1992  (United States)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Adult Education

"Mentor"

Guiding the Journey of Adult Learners

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"The Jossey-Bass Higher & Adult Education Series" series; Revised and updated from the award--winning classic Effective Teaching and Mentoring, this second edition is a practical, engaging exploration of mentoring and its power to transform learning. Filled with inspiring vignettes, Mentor shows how anyone who teaches can become a successful mentor. Paperback, 304 pages. Size: 227 x 151 mm. Weight: 369g.
Author:  Daloz, Laurent A.Parks
ISBN:  0787940720
Publisher:  John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Date:  1999  (United States)
Readership:  Professional & Vocational Adult Education

"The Mature Student's Study Guide"

Essential Skills for Those Returning to Education Or Distance Learning

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A study guide for those who have decided to return to education and want to bring their study skills up to scratch. Whether you are considering a full-time course, part-time studies, evening classes or distance learning such as an Open University degree, this book contains information that you need to know to succeed in your chosen course. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 211 pages. Size: 215 x 135 mm. Weight: 505g.
Author:  Dawson, Catherine
ISBN:  1845281241
Publisher:  How to Books Ltd
Date:  2006  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Adult Education

"Coming Back to Learning"

A Handbook for Adults

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With 10 cartoon graphics. 2 rev ed. Hardback, 184 pages. Size: 215 x 135 mm. Weight: 256g.
Author:  Doe, Tessa Evans, Helen Jones, Hilary Steel, Debbie Marten, Sarah
ISBN:  1902876881
Publisher:  Lifetime Careers (Wiltshire) Ltd
Date:  2004  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Adult Education

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