The purpose of this article is to present various findings on self-directed learning (SDL). The article contains three main parts: historical foundation of self-directed learning, a summary of various literature reviews on self-directed learning, and an analysis of current research on self-directed learning. SDL has been a significant factor in…

This paper presents five snapshots of data collected by adult basic math students taking part as co-researchers in a project to investigate the discourse of an adult basic math classroom. The work is presented against a background of the Freirean influence on adult literacy and numeracy. The notions of empowerment and dialogue in the Freirean…

This paper attempts to locate a leitmotif for the mathematics education of adults, and discusses whether there exists a specific problematique for research into this area. The term 'problematique' is described and discussed. A problematique within didactics of mathematics is presented, and a conceptual framework for the construction of a…

This textbook is part of a series that aims to develop all the mathematical power needed by the average person in the accurate control of his affairs. The purpose has been to teach first the most important topics of arithmetic and last those least frequently used. This book presents topics, problems, and processes that are representative of the…

The Danish folk high school, in its four to six-month residential setting combined with absolute social freedom, provides a rewarding proving ground for the comparison and testing of the qualities of life. It would be unlikely to succeed in the United States because of basic differences between the two societies. (SA)

Lists several useful documents for one wishing to begin a learning laboratory in adult education. (GB)

Article reviews an earlier research project by Allen Tough which has considerable importance and implications for adult learning, and especially for teachers and organizers of training programs. (Editor)

Responses as to which exhibits and display panels at Indiana State Fair inspired most interest in adult education were correlated. Polled were adult education experts and random selection of fairgoers. Article suggests how to use fairs to attract interest in adult education programs. (PD)

Institutes have been set up to train technical experts weak on teaching skills into effective teachers of their skills. (EB)

Computer assisted learning has the capability to cope with the diverse needs and characteristics of the adult learner, to provide alternative means of reaching goals, to provide flexibility in pacing learning, and to provide for independent and self-directed learning. (SK)

Examines the application of learning principles to individualized instruction in skilled courses in business and vocational education for adult students. Available from College of Education, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506. (SK)

Adult learning is a potentially productive way of identifying the motives and behaviors of effective management. Learning is a distinguishing characteristic of the most effective managers and steps can be taken to enhance managers' abilities in learning how to learn. (JOW)

Teachers must understand the physiological and psychological changes that occur in adulthood as a normal part of aging and recognize the implications that these changes have for the teaching-learning process in order to be sensitive to the unique needs and characteristics of adults over 50 as learners. (CT)

Provides a brief description of cognitive styles, particularly Witkin's model of Field Dependence/Field Independence. Proposes that there is sufficient theory and research in this area for adult educators to adopt into immediate practice. (SK)

Describes a strategy-based learner-controlled instruction model. Strategies involve predetermining training results; recognizing the prior experiences of employees; using the real work world in training; evaluating actual performance; providing immediate and continuous feedback to employees; self-paced training; and self-managed training. (CT)