The "Annotated Bibliography" is composed of two parts that, together, provide a detailed view of some key pieces of literature on teacher effectiveness, teacher induction, teacher competency, and adult learning. A matrix identifies the general topics that are addressed in each piece of literature. Following the matrix is an alphabetized…

During the four decades since the founding of the National Center for Developmental Education (NCDE; originally the Center for Developmental Education), research related to the field has continued to expand and mature. As a research center focused on using research to inform and improve practice, the NCDE's 40th Anniversary timeline presents…

This annotated bibliography represents a first step toward compiling a comprehensive overview of current research on issues related to English language learners (ELLs). It is intended to be a resource for researchers, policymakers, administrators, and educators who are engaged in efforts to bridge the divide between research, policy, and practice…

On July 17, 2008 the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE) awarded a contract to the American Institutes for Research (AIR) to assist OVAE in conducting a descriptive study of instructional and programmatic practices that support the transition of English language learners (TELL) from English as a second…

Purpose: The purpose of this document is to provide an annotated bibliography on best practices for late entry learners into college academic upgrading programs. It is intended for practitioners, administrators, and researchers and others with an interest in this field. Method: This annotated bibliography synthesizes sources related to late entry…

This annotated bibliography is a representative selection of 148 published works on continuing education for health professionals, with a particular focus on physicians. Its purpose is to compile information about the theory, practice, and evaluation of continuing education for the busy practitioner or instructor. (CK)

The volume is described as a first attempt to provide a brief bibliography of some of the most important work of European scholars in three major languages--English, French, and German. The 482 citations are divided into two general categories: general background and the teaching situation. The first group cites separately items of general…

This document is principally an annotated bibliography of works dealing with women in higher education. A total of 290 annotations are included. Twenty additional annotations are contained concerning related aspects of women's lives. (CK)

Subject Titles include: Bibliographies, Reviews; Directories, Inventories; Innovation; Technology; Adult, Continuing Education; Credit By Examination and Guidance; Miscellaneous; External Degree Programs. (NF)

This bibliography contains citations, abstracts, and ordering information for 303 dissertations pertinent to the education or training of adults. Studies are classified by broad subject headings used in the ERIC Clearinghouse on Adult Education. Each section of the classification is identified by a four-digit number, with a one-, two-, or…

A sampling of opinions about the philosophy of Paulo Freire as it relates to adult education comprises this publication. All of the contributors are engaged in the field of adult education. The contributors discuss their sentiments regarding Freire's theory of a "liberating" education, using literacy training to give unreachable people…

A compilation of adult programs available in Canadian schools is given. Included are: an annotated bibliography of instructional material, an annotated bibliography of literature, and four appendices. (CK)

THIS ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY OF EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS INCLUDES SELECTED MATERIALS PUBLISHED BY THE 17 MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS AFFILIATED WITH THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ADULT JEWISH EDUCATION OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR JEWISH EDUCATION. THE AIM OF THE GUIDE IS TO PROVIDE THE PROFESSIONAL AND THE LAY LEADER IN THE FIELD OF JEWISH ADULT EDUCATION WITH…

The main purpose of the study of theses written at the University of Toronto, is to give examples of research conducted in other disciplines from which adult education might benefit, thus emphasizing the strengthening of the interdisciplinary nature and awareness of adult education. Part 1 contains annotations of 62 theses, conducted between 1912…