Transformational Learning Theory of Adult Education Introduction Transformational learning is a relatively new and thoroughly modern yet evolving learning theory‚ with timeless implications for the educator. Developed initially by Jack Mezirow‚ it is a theory that involves‚ at its core‚ a shift in beliefs‚ deep self reflection and a discourse of that reflection. This constructivist-based process of making sense of the world is in stark contrast to simply acquiring knowledge. Most assume that Transformational
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Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory of Development: Young Adults The young adult has numerous stresses placed upon them through the route of development. Erikson has theorised developmental stages of growth into tasks. Of Eriksons’ theoretical tasks‚ one task describes the theory of intimacy versus isolation. This task theory can be examined using the normative crisis model. The knowledge of developmental tasks of the young adult can be beneficial to the nurse especially associated with their ability
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YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE FOR YOUNG ADULT MALES Sam D. Gill In our experiences as teachers or media specialists‚ many of us have noticed the same phenomenon: adolescent males often tend to enjoy literature less than their female counterparts. Of course‚ as middle school and high school teachers and media specialists‚ we have no control over the early reading experiences or instruction a male child receives‚ and since the patterns of reading behavior have been established long before he reaches
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Discuss the influence of childhood on adult relationships (8 +16) Childhood is the early ages in a person’s life. In childhood we all have difference experiences that shape who we become and how we interact. There are multiple explanation into the influence of attachment styles and interaction with peers on relationships as an adult. Bowlby proposed the internal working model to explain the influence of childhood on adult relationships. He suggested that the type and quality of relationship that
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The main point of this article is whether teens should be tried as adults by reasons of not being fully developed cognitively. Per the article by the age of 16 adolescents stop maturing‚ intellectually‚ but their psychosocial capability continues to develop well into adulthood. Also‚ the article mentions ‘short sight decision-making’‚ saying that adolescents don’t look at the consequences of their actions and are more driven by immediate gratification. So‚ this leads them to having poor impulse control
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teens in the U.S. and young adults in Europe. As pressures from competitors increase Swatch should focus on its core business and expand on its ability to provide a unique product to the fashion conscious person. Swatch’s customer segments and perceptions in the US are different from those in the European markets. Perceived as stylish and durable in the U.S. its main customers are teens and pre-teens‚ while in Europe its fashionable qualities attract the young adult segment. (U.K market 70% 18-34
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Adult Education to Make a Better Tomorrow Online Education‚ Online Schools The importance of adult education cannot be denied. It is a platform through which adults who were deprived of education in their early life can avail a chance to complete their education. Bunnell‚ Jun 20‚ 2012 -- Education is one of the most important aspects of our life. It is through education that we open our eyes to the world and see what this fantastic and varied world has to offer. We can appreciate the huge and
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Edcelyn M. 11280190 MADEPOL ‘Development’ is a concept which is contested both theoretically and politically‚ and is inherently both complex and ambiguous. (Sumner and Tribe‚ 2008) The Development of Development The issue on how to achieve development had gained a huge arena of talk on the development field but it is not alone in the limelight‚ even the concept of ‘development’ had gained many significant issues and changes‚ as well. Defining ‘development’ from the beginning is a debate
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turning point in her life she is becoming independent and autonomy characterizes the experiences of becoming an adult being faced with new challenges in her environment. The process of autonomous takes time and occurs between the ages 18-25 which are considered emerging adulthood (Broderick & Blewitt‚ 2010). Economic development that characterizes Western cultures is part of the development of emerging adulthood through the economics of families and society. Globalization is becoming part of Western
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Unit 202 Principles of personal development in adult social care settings Outcome 1 Understanding what is required for good practice in adult social care roles Below is a list of some of the legislations that are relevant to adult social care. These make up ‘standards’ to follow for good practice. Care Standards Act 2000 Domiciliary Care Regulations 2002 Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 GSCC Codes
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