Professional development as transformative learning : new perspectives for teachers of adults

Author(s)

• Cranton, Patricia

Bibliographic Information

Professional development as transformative learning : new perspectives for teachers of adults

Patricia Cranton

（The Jossey-Bass higher and adult education series）

Jossey-Bass Publishers, c1996

Note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 203-217) and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This creative and pioneering book adapts and extAnds the transformation theory of adult learning to the professional development of adult educators. Well written and easy to read, with many examples, this volume is highly recommAnded. ?Jack Mezirow, emeritus professor of adult education, Teachers College, Columbia University

Table of Contents

1. Preparation and Development of Adult Educators. 2. Traditional Developmental Strategies. 3. Strategies for Self-Directed Development. 4. Critical Reflection. 5. Becoming a Transformative Learner. 6. Individual Differences in Educator Development. 7. Transformative Development in Work and Social Contexts. 8. Creating a New Vision for Professional Growth. 9. Strategies for the Developer.

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Details

• NCID: BA28677840
• ISBN:
  • 0787901970
• LCCN: 95036272
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: San Francisco
• Pages/Volumes: xvii, 233 p.
• Size: 24 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : LC5225.T4
  • DC20 : 370/.71/2
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Adult education teachers -- Training of
  • LCSH : Adult education teachers -- In-service training
  • LCSH : Critical thinking
  • LCSH : Adult learning
• Parent Bibliography ID:
  • BA12331519