A variety of detailed cases that describe an adult education situation, the dynamics of its operation, and evidence of results, is needed. Proposes that we arrange for the preparation of detailed case descriptions on aspects of the development and administration of adult education programs. Includes a Discussion Case and an analysis of it.…

The continuum ranging from preprofessional to continuing professional education requires coordination, responsiveness to learners, attention to the application of learning, and stakeholder support. As collaboration among providers, such as universities, professional associations, and employers increases, more research is needed. (SK)

Illustrates the varied ways that can be used to reduce barriers and encourage participation in continuing education. Shows what teachers can do directly and how they can assist members of their clientele and representatives of other organizations. (JOW)

Presents a call to action from the American Association for Adult and Continuing Education for collaborative action research to advance the field. Notes that the rationale for the effort includes the emergence of the societal trend of cultural creatives and heightened awareness of social issues post-September 11. (SK)

Concepts of felt need, educational experience, program development, and program evaluation are variables significant to the appraisal of adult educational needs. Although the existence of a social problem often indicates that educational needs exist, individual needs are more useful than social problems as a basis for program development. Experts…

Defines and describes the counseling and information function related to systematic learning by adults in formal and nonformal part-time or short-term educational programs in developing and developed countries. (Author/R K)

Abstracts were prepared in conjunction with a research project designed to identify correlates of extent of educative activity of young men and women under age 25 who either dropped out from high school, or who graduated but who did not continue for any full time post high school education. The list is exceedingly selective in that it includes…

Purpose of this essay is to propose a better method for interrelating knowledge and action so that education is more relevant. The approach is called an Action Seminar. The success of any method will be greater if learners and mentors engage in activities that they consider appropriate and important. (Author)

The purpose of this chapter is to illustrate some of the emerging relationships between institutions of higher education and adults engaged in lifelong learning. (Author)

Like all politics, adult and continuing education is local. Future directions for the field and its national associations should benefit local programs and the adult learners they serve. This column explores features of collaboration that could strengthen educational opportunities for economically disadvantaged adults. The foregoing ideas about…

The author suggests teaching methods useful in helping adults apply their learning. Topics discussed include (1) performing practice audits, (2) emphasizing learning topics that participants want to pursue, (3) providing incentives and reducing resistance, (4) developing active learning methods, and (5) providing evaluation and reinforcement. (CH)

Provides an overview of personal and situational influences on health professionals' participation in systematic learning activities that reflect gaps between learner's current and desired proficiencies. Concludes with suggestions for planning, conducting, and assessing effective learning activities. (JOW)

These 13 case descriptions of adult education programs in the United States are part of a set that reflects a cooperative effort by adult educators to increase international understanding of various educational programs for adults in their societal context. A face sheet for each program provides this information: name, organization, and address of…

After a century as a marginal concern of colleges and universities, continuing education is becoming an important goal of higher education and is leading to strains in traditional adult programs. (LBH)