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Tisdell, Elizabeth J. – New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, 1999
Describes psychological perspectives on spiritual development within cultural contexts. Recommends that adult educators acknowledge the search for meaning, recognize adult learning is intended to nurture the soul, and become aware of how humans construct knowledge through images and symbols. (SK)
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adult Education, Adult Learning, Cultural Influences
Sinnott, Jan D. – New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, 2005
How do we teach and learn, knowing that adults are complex, connected individuals who want to change but also want to maintain continuity of the Self? (Contains 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Motivation, Figurative Language, Adult Students, Adult Development
Wolf, Mary Alice – New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, 2005
This chapter serves as a review of the nature of transitions confronting adult learners and points to applications and strategies for anticipating coming changes.
Descriptors: Adult Students, Adult Learning, Environmental Influences, Age Differences