Theory and Practice in the Study of Adult Education - The Epistemological Debate

Originally published in 1989, this book presents a variety of perspectives on the definition of knowledge and of adult education, by leading authors and practitioners in the study of adult education in the UK and USA. This collection of different and often contradictory views makes a detailed analysis of the epistemology and practice of adult education. Three major views are reflected within the book, all of which focus upon the role of the conventional disciplines as a 'theoretical' basis for adult education curricula and professional practice.

List of contents

1. Introduction: The Epistemological Imperative 2. Philosophy and Adult Education 3. Epistemological Vandalism: Psychology in the Study of Adult Education 4. Locating Adult Education in the Practical 5. Right fo the Wrong Reasons: A Critique of Sociology in Professional Adult Education 6. Cultural Studies, Critical Theory and Adult Education 7. The Epistemology of Adult Education int he United States and Great Britain: a Cross-Cultural Analysis 8. Overview and Conclusions 9. Rejoinders and Further Comments

About the author

Barry P. Bright

Summary

Originally published in 1989, this book presents a variety of perspectives on the definition of knowledge and of adult education, by leading authors and practitioners in the study of adult education in the UK and USA.

Product details

• Authors: Barry P. Bright
• Assisted by: Barry P. Bright (Editor)
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 18.08.2020
• EAN: 9781138348318
• ISBN: 978-1-138-34831-8
• No. of pages: 258
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: Adult Education
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Adult education; EDUCATION / General, EDUCATION / Adult & Continuing Education, Philosophy & theory of education, Educational strategies & policy, Philosophy and theory of education, Adult education, continuous learning, Educational strategies and policy