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Peer reviewedDakin, James C. – International Journal of Lifelong Education, 1991
Mutual improvement societies were at the forefront of adult education in New Zealand from 1870-1915. Although university extension and technical education were major contributors to adult education in Britain and Australia, they were less successful in New Zealand; thus the mutual improvement societies were predominant. (SK)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Church Programs, Discussion Groups, Educational History
