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Sinnott, Jan D., Ed. – 1994
This book is divided into three parts: theories and models, learning in specific life contexts, and the influence of aging on learning. Chapters include: "Chaos Theory as a Framework for Understanding Adult Lifespan Learning" (John C. Cavanaugh, Lisa C. McGuire); "The Future Impact of the Communication Revolution" (Lynn Johnson); "The Educated…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Age Differences, Aging (Individuals)
Smith, M. Cecil, Ed.; Pourchot, Thomas, Ed. – 1998
Leading educational psychologists address problems in adult development and learning in this book. "What Does Educational Psychology Know about Adult Learning and Development?" (M. Cecil Smith, Thomas Pourchot) is the introduction. "We Learn, Therefore We Develop" (Nira Granott) tackles the problem of distinguishing between…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adult Education, Adult Learning, Age Differences
Skehan, Peter – 1998
An examination of second language learning focuses on how universal cognitive processes in language learning and individual differences account for differences in language learning patterns. An introductory section gives background information suggesting that psycholinguistic factors in language learning should receive more attention for two…
Descriptors: Age Differences, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style
