Adult Learners in the Classroom
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چکیده
This chapter begins with an examination of adult learning theories. It follows with a brief overview of selected theories of adult development, including “traditional” theories that emphasize sequential and psychological development and alternative frameworks that are more concerned with the sociocultural context of development. Next I briefly review studies examining adults as learners in the college classroom. Finally, suggestions are offered for effectively aiding adult learners, whether in a college classroom or student service program.
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