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Peer reviewedO'Donnell, Kate; Thomas, Linda – Lifelong Learning in Europe, 2003
An action research project conducted by British adult students pursuing National Vocational Qualifications demonstrated that learning was inseparable from a sense of personal identity. Personal motivators,such as self-esteem and confidence were vital and external motivators. Such credentials were usually not sufficient to encourage studying.…
Descriptors: Action Research, Adult Education, Adult Students, Credentials
