ABSTRACT

Originally published in 1991, this book provides the reader with a comprehensive synthesis of developments, issues and practices related to a self-direction in learning. it presents strategies for facilitating self-directed learning as an instructional method and for enhancing learner self-direction as an aspect of adult personality. The idea of self-directed learning is not a new one but has received renewed attention in education circles and has particular significance for the adult education sector.

part I|2 pages

Introduction

part II|2 pages

The underlying knowledge base

chapter 3|18 pages

Adult learning as an iceberg

establishing the knowledge base on self-direction

chapter 4|28 pages

4 Measuring the iceberg

establishing the knowledge base on self-direction

chapter 5|18 pages

Beyond the iceberg

expanding the knowledge base through qualitative approaches

part III|2 pages

Process and personal orientation

chapter 6|19 pages

Facilitating self-directed learning

chapter 7|21 pages

Enhancing learner self-direction

part IV|4 pages

Fostering opportunities for self-direction in adult learning

chapter 9|13 pages

Policy issues

chapter 10|13 pages

The global context

chapter 11|10 pages

Ethical dilemmas in self-direction

part V|4 pages

A glance at the future

chapter 12|9 pages

A way of life revisited

chapter 13|13 pages

Conclusions and recommendations