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Parker, James T., Ed.; Taylor, Paul G., Ed. – 1980
This monograph contains eleven exemplary articles that focus on topics related to competency-based adult education. Among the articles included are (1) Competency Based Education: Is It Applicable to Adult Education Programs?, by James E. Hertling; (2) What Adult Performance Level Is--and Is Not, by William G. Spady; (3) Competency Based…
Descriptors: Accountability, Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Adult Literacy
Kreitlow, Burton W.; And Others – 1981
Controversies over adult education purposes, methods, audiences, and procedures are examined. After outlining a procedure for reviewing competing positions on controversial topics, the book pairs the contrasting views of two authors on each of 10 key issues facing adult education. Chapters cover: philosophies at issue (David L. Boggs); identifying…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Adult Education, Adult Learning, Adult Programs
Download full textCumming, J. Joy, Ed.; van Kraayenoord, Christina E., Ed. – 1996
This document contains eight papers from an action research program to foster good practice in adult literacy provision and policy. "Introduction" (J. Joy Cumming, Christina E. van Kraayenoord) presents an overview of the action research project and individual reports. "Assessment: Making a Difference in Adult Literacy and Numeracy…
Descriptors: Action Research, Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Adult Programs
Mountney, Peter, Ed.; Mageean, Pauline, Ed. – 1985
TAFE (Technical and Further Education) is a multifaceted educational organization in Australia and few people in it, and even fewer outside, know about all its aspects outside their own areas of interest and expertise. This book provides information about some current aspects of TAFE, intended to give a broad perspective on 12 different issues.…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Adult Education, Adult Programs, Blue Collar Occupations
