Abstract
This paper critically evaluates several contemporary concepts and theories of adult learning. Most of existing adult learning theories and conceptualizations tend to narrowly define knowledge and learning. Holistic learning theory provides an integrative framework that can be used adequately explain many propositions of major contemporary theories and concepts of adult learning.
Keywords
Holistic theory, adult learning, transformative learning
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Recommended Citation
Yang, B.
(2006).
A Holistic Conceptualization of Adult Learning and its Critiques of Selected Concepts and Theories.
Adult Education Research Conference.
https://newprairiepress.org/aerc/2006/papers/79
A Holistic Conceptualization of Adult Learning and its Critiques of Selected Concepts and Theories
This paper critically evaluates several contemporary concepts and theories of adult learning. Most of existing adult learning theories and conceptualizations tend to narrowly define knowledge and learning. Holistic learning theory provides an integrative framework that can be used adequately explain many propositions of major contemporary theories and concepts of adult learning.
