Год выпуска: 2010 Автор: Lee Bash Издательство: Страниц: 214 ISBN: 9780470643341
Описание
A growing dichotomy exists in the academy when it comes to adult learners—between those who recognize the dynamism of this student population and those who don?t—with strong convictions expressed on either side. There is a compelling need to improve programs and compare them with benchmarks, while still maintaining the fast–paced competition for adult learners. These factors have helped bring greater attention to the crucial need to identify best practices in adult learning programs—especially as the stakes among competitors continue to rise. Best Practices in Adult Learning is written for everyday practitioners: faculty and administrators already committed to adult learners but looking for greater details on how to bring their programs to a new level. This book provides focused, hands–on guidance and applications on how to implement principles of best practices in an adult learner–focused unit or institution. THIS BOOK IS ORGANIZED INTO FIVE PARTS: Part I...