The ultimate goal of "student-centered" education is to empower students to learn beyond educational programs. This means nurturing students' autonomy and fostering the development of their own motivation and mechanisms to become self-directed learners. This idea has been embodied in the "lifelong learning" mantra that pervades contemporary views…

Describes the origins, developments, and trends of andragogy, the theory of adult education. Focuses on highly developed adult education all over the world, specifically Russia. Discusses the concept of adult education as a service to its educational consumers. (VWC)

Argues that stimulating lifelong learning in primary school demands the simultaneous teaching of solid basic general knowledge which is systematically integrated into the acquisition of specific factual knowledge. Reviews research on the promotion of interests and learning strategies at this young age. (Author/JPB)

An important issue for adult education teachers is the capability of the instructor to choose appropriate methodology to suit both the student and situation. A review of research dealing with adult learners is presented along with implications for adult preparation programs. (DF)

Explores the personal and informal dimensions of listening to and making music, noting the varieties of genres and cultural representations in Hawaii. The article explains how to expand one's experiences with music and discusses how to select musical activities. Descriptions of pitch, time, medium, form, and expression are included. (SM)

Describes an undergraduate course which provides instruction in theory and research in cognitive psychology and in the application of learning strategies for studying. Topics covered in the course include learning from lectures, texts, and discussions; memory models and strategies; motivation; writing skills; test-taking strategies; problem…

Describes characteristics of distance education which promote lifelong learning, and introduces criteria for promoting lifelong learning in traditional university instructional settings. Topics discussed include the role of distance learning in higher education, teaching methods and learning strategies for both types of instruction, and Faure's…

Reviews assumptions about learners, learning, and the learning environment in an information age economy. Argues that one approach to encourage literacy and lifelong learning is to bring students' natural learning abilities (especially problem solving) into the school environment. (RS)

The focus of education today is on producing graduates who can function competently in the real life work situation, thus challenging teachers to produce students who are self-directed and self-motivated lifelong learners. The clinical contract is an effective learning strategy in aiding students to become more self-directed and confident. In…

The author presents the case for new ways of learning that help people develop specific skills to increase their ability to be more self-reliant, to live more fulfilling lives, and to help others. These skills include learning for economic sufficiency, practical life skills, community contribution, and becoming a fuller human being. (CT)

This paper discusses how to make students effective, lifelong learners. It describes several ways of learning: reading, listening, observing, talking, and writing. According to the author, five elements are needed to become a good learner: (1) motivation; (2) a knowledge base that provides a conceptual structure for further learning; (3) skills…

Contends that institutional education, concerned with standards and consistency of evaluation, should be balanced by the importance of raising awareness about environmental issues. Advocates experiential learning to give meaning to life which can help students adjust their behavior. Encourages teachers to model learning behavior with students,…

New mothers and beginning teachers face many of the same types of feelings and experiences as they learn to cope with their new roles. Implications for changing the conditions of support for new teachers and suggestions for involving more individuals in teaching are offered. (DF)

In an information-intensive age, education is mandated to respond to two complementary demands: It has to transmit an increasing amount of constantly evolving knowledge and know-how adapted to a knowledge-driven civilization, and it has to enable learners not to be overwhelmed by the flows of information, while keeping personal and social…

Explores moral learning within the context of adult education. Examines two established modes of practice, acknowledging learners' experiences and using discussion circles, both described as flawed. Enumerates core processes of moral learning and finds that reflection on the validity of moral norms assimilated in childhood is central to adult…