Adult Learning: Linking Theory and Practice, Secon d Edition
Bierema, Laura L./ Fedeli, Monica/ Merriam, Sharan B.
ISBN 10: 1394265328 ISBN 13: 9781394265329
Published by Jossey-Bass Inc Pub, 2025
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A freshly updated and science-based guide for contemporary adult educators
In the newly revised second edition of Adult Learning: Linking Theory and Practice, a team of veteran adult educators delivers an authoritative guide to adult education that is solidly grounded in theory and research while remaining concise and practice oriented. Each chapter is infused with practical applications for instruction you can implement immediately to improve concrete learning outcomes.
The authors cover a variety of topics, including adult learning in the contemporary world, traditional learning theories, andragogy, motivation and learning, and more.
Readers will also find:
- Explorations of the brain and cognitive functioning as it applies to adult learners
- How to adapt and improve the adult learning experience in the digital age
- Learning and reflection activities integrated throughout each chapter
Perfect for master's-level students and practitioners alike, Adult Learning: Linking Theory and Practice is the up-to-date and practical adult education resource that you've been waiting for.
About the Author:
Laura L. Bierema is a Professor at the University of Georgia, Mary Frances Early College of Education, in the Adult Learning, Leadership, and Organization Development program.
Monica Fedeli is a Professor and Vice-Rector at the University of Padova, and an expert in the international facilitation of adult education and learning. She is the co-editor of Connecting Adult Learning and Knowledge Management.
Sharan B. Merriam is professor emeritus of adult education and qualitative research at the University of Georgia. For five years, she was co-editor of Adult Education Quarterly, the major research and theory journal in adult education.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Adult Learning: Linking Theory and Practice,...
Publisher: Jossey-Bass Inc Pub
Publication Date: 2025
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Brand New
Edition: 2nd Edition