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Mahmoud, Montasser Mohamed AbdelWahab – Adult Learning, 2015
This article discusses the relationship between culture and English language teaching (ELT) in the Arab World. A critical question arises in terms of ELT, that is, whether to teach culture along with English. To answer such a bewildering question, this article presents related literature and studies and discusses a theoretical frame based on…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), English Instruction, Cultural Education, Educational Practices
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Majeski, Robin A.; Stover, Merrily; Valais, Teresa; Ronch, Judah – Adult Learning, 2017
Given the complex challenges organizations face and the importance of emotional intelligence to effective leadership, management education has begun to help adult learners develop emotional intelligence competencies. These include emotional self-control, conflict management, teamwork, cultural awareness, and inspirational leadership, among other…
Descriptors: Emotional Intelligence, Online Courses, Higher Education, Adult Learning
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Rhodes, Christy M.; Coda, James – Adult Learning, 2017
For adult English language learners, the English language classroom provides a space for students to examine cultural as well other identities. However, discussions often center on racial, rather than sexual identities. In addition, attention to how adult English language instructors engage in classroom practices that focus on sexual identities is…
Descriptors: Homosexuality, English Language Learners, Adult Learning, Sexual Identity
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Larrotta, Clarena – Adult Learning, 2007
The author conducted a qualitative research study (Larrotta, 2005) and collected data on the use of inquiry cycles as a pedagogic activity to provide students with opportunities to develop ESL (English as a second language) literacy. The purpose of this paper is to share the author's findings on implementing inquiry cycles in an ESL literacy class…
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Adult Literacy, Inquiry, English (Second Language)
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Norman, Anthony; Towles, David – Adult Learning, 1994
Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, developed an adult education distance learning facility to extend its reach throughout the world. They hired residential campus instructors to teach courses by videotape using methods and materials similar to those used in the residential program. Problems faced included instructor disorientation and the…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Curriculum Development, Distance Education, Lifelong Learning
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Soney, Ralph – Adult Learning, 2003
The appearance of the adult learner in the milieu of higher education on such an unprecedented scale necessitates that educational administrators develop strategies that enhance the success of these students. In more than a few instances, this will entail a shifting of accepted paradigms and assumptions when it comes to the administration and…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Faculty Development, Educational Needs, Curriculum Development