Exploring Problems of Self-Directed Learning within Practice and Discourse.

Usher, Robin; Johnston, Rennie

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ERIC Number: EJ384845

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Publication Date: 1988

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Exploring Problems of Self-Directed Learning within Practice and Discourse.

Usher, Robin; Johnston, Rennie

Studies in Continuing Education, v10 n2 p137-51 1988

Critically examines the general characteristics of a "discourse" of self-directed learning and considers consequences of assumptions made about adult learning and teaching. Presents and analyzes case studies of practice involving experiential teaching approaches with two groups of adult students. (JOW)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Case Studies, Experiential Learning, Independent Study

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Available from Institute of Technical and Adult Teacher Education, Sydney College of Advanced Education, P.O. Box K12, Haymarket, New South Wales 2000, Australia.