Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to investigate the blended learning preferences under which adult students study mathematics, electronics and industry certificate examinations like project management and e-SAP (systems, applications and products). Design/methodology/approach: The study is based on four case studies in mathematics,…

Arguing that extensive efforts to produce open learning materials should not be undertaken until the possibility of using or adapting existing materials is considered, this paper identifies current sources of materials available in Great Britain for non-advanced further education. The first sections of the paper review common types of open…

Since the role of the adult educator has become so widely accepted as that of facilitator of learning rather than of content-transmitter, educators of adults should enhance their facilitating skills. An important concept for adult education then is self-directed learning, in which the learner plays the central role. The need for self-directed…

This book is designed to teach accounting procedures and product specifications that are needed by the competent purchaser in order to make optimum purchasing decisions basic to a successful food service operation. It may be used by any level of food service personnel that is involved with any phase of the purchasing process. Preferably, the book…

The 10 instructional sections which make up this guide on the operation of a small business from the home are intended for individual use whether in conjunction with an educational program or solo. Each section consists of a list of objectives, informational material, suggested activities, and a list of references. The sections cover the following…

More and more organizations are helping their employees take advantage of new college and university programs that mix a lot of independent study at home with minimal on-campus work. A variety of independent study degree programs and typical students participating in these continuing education programs are described. (MW)

Presented as a course outline, this process is intended to introduce adults to self-directed learning principles and techniques. Initially, entry level skills or competencies are specified, and the course goal and objectives are stated. Following the goal statement, three objectives, embodying strategies and resources, are presented. Objectives,…

The study examined the process of informal learning in the context of family caregiving for the frail elderly in the community. Sixty ethnographic interviews were conducted with 15 family caregivers. A model of informal learning as reflection-in-action emerged from the data. Five themes of meaning and six types of informal learning were derived…

The usual model of action learning includes within its framework the role and function of the set adviser. This article provides an account, by its members, of an action learning set operating with no set adviser. The development of procedures and processes within the group is reviewed, together with an assessment of outcomes. (Author)

Discusses dropout problems in adult education courses in India. (DS)

To deterine whether three empirically derived factors of Oddi Continuing Learning Inventory (OCLI) remain across study samples, factor scores pairs were generated by using factor-score coefficients of two data sets and correlating factor scores. High positive correlations indicated three derived factors in factor structure matrix matched those…

This literature review shows that independent learning and self-improvement were promoted in early nineteenth-century Canada. However, learner autonomy in the working classes faltered in the face of lack of resources and political opposition. (SK)

Describes in detail three informal learning strategies used to facilitate spiritual development: mentoring, self-directed learning, and dialogue. Suggests that these strategies are interrelated and incorporate segments of each other. (SK)

A proposed model for adult art education focuses on helping adults learn and practice art throughout their lives. Emphasis is on enhancing self-direction or learner control of the learning process and continued learning. This new construct encourages art educators to recreate their classrooms based upon an appreciation of the varied and…

Intended for adults in search of improved language skills and their leaders, this handbook provides opportunities to strengthen abilities to listen, observe, organize, solve problems, evaluate, and draw tentative conclusions about the English language. The handbook contains a proposition about the English language, suggests procedures to confirm…