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Transforming English with Graphic Novels: Moving toward Our "Optimus Prime"
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Carter, James Bucky – English Journal, 2007
James Bucky Carter argues for the transformative potential of graphic novels in the English classroom. He advises teachers to be actively aware of the newer and lesser-known graphic novels and suggests approaches for examining the complex social issues the novels address.
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Novels, Classroom Techniques, English Instruction
Socialisation, Social Change and Ideology in Adult Education.
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O'Sullivan, Denis – Journal of Educational Thought/Revue de la Pensee Educative, 1991
Argues that the process of education, including adult education, involves the adoption and possibly the transmission of values. Applies concepts of socialization theory and curriculum theory to adult education, focusing on the work of Brim, Berger and Luckmann, and Bourdieu. Discusses the relationship between adult education and social change.…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Andragogy, Curriculum, Educational Theories
Adult Education as Socialization: Implications for Personal and Social Change.
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Minnis, John R. – Journal of Educational Thought/Revue de la Pensee Educative, 1990
Argues that the process of education, including adult education, involves the adoption and possibly the transmission of values. Applies concepts of socialization theory and curriculum theory to adult education, focusing on the work of Brim, Berger and Luckmann, and Bourdieu. Discusses the relationship between adult education and social change.…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adult Education, Andragogy, Curriculum
Andragogical Problems of Building a Democratic Society.
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Vooglaid, Ylo; Marja, Talvi – International Journal of Lifelong Education, 1992
Andragogical activities in Estonia seek the achievement of competence and participation by all adults. Adult education must contribute to the renewal and stabilization of society in the transition to democracy. (SK)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Andragogy, Competence, Democracy
The Post-Industrial Organization as a Learning Center.
Anderson, Carmell F. – 1981
Two questions are answered in regard to the Andragogical Management-by-Objectives (AMBO) model in adult education within industry that focuses on the individual and is process-centered. The first question introduces and presents a justification for AMBO. Its philosophical foundations are described, and supporting learning theory arising from the…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Andragogy, Humanism, Industrial Training