Adult Learning for Self and Relational Growth (ALG) : : An Integrative Developmental Model /

Adult Learning for Self and Relational Growth (ALG) : : An Integrative Developmental Model / / by Isabel Borrás.

This book describes an adult non-formal learning model, Adult Learning for Self and Relational Growth (ALG), aimed at promoting adults’ development in autonomy and interdependence, from early adulthood to old age. Grounded on tenets from cognitive psychology, philosophy, sociology, and adult educati...

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Superior document:International Issues in Adult Education
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Borrás, Isabel.
Place / Publishing House:Rotterdam : : SensePublishers :, Imprint: SensePublishers,, 2016.
Year of Publication:2016
Edition:1st ed. 2016.
Language:English
Series:International Issues in Adult Education
Physical Description:1 online resource (137 p.)
Notes:Description based upon print version of record.
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Table of Contents:
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgment
  • List of Abbreviations
  • Introduction
  • Part I: The Adult Learning for Self and Relational Growth Model (ALG)
  • ALG Conceptual Model
  • Structure
  • Iterative Circuitry
  • Integrativity
  • Model Theoretical Grounds
  • Self-Growth Learning
  • Relational Growth Learning
  • Learning Motivation
  • ALG Target Population
  • Age Inclusiveness
  • Socio-Economic and Cultural Inclusiveness
  • Individual and Social Impact of Learning Population Inclusiveness
  • Part II: The ALG Model: Instructional Approach
  • ALG Instructional Approach: An Introduction
  • Learning Objectives
  • Learning Contents
  • Human Agents
  • The “Explorations” Learning Path
  • Course Offerings
  • Course-Related Considerations
  • The “Enrichments” Learning Path
  • Knowledge Courses
  • Skills Courses
  • The “Creations” Learning Path
  • Communication Projects
  • Social Commitment Projects
  • Adult Learning for Growth Centers (ALGCs)
  • Facilities
  • Operation
  • Patronage
  • Financing
  • Part III: The ALG Model: Recapitulation and Ultimate Considerations
  • The ALG Model: Summary
  • Part I Summary
  • Part II Summary
  • Final Thoughts
  • Assets
  • Limitations
  • Is ALG a Utopian Model?
  • Appendix 1: Social Dialogue Formats
  • Appendix 2: ALGCs Life-Improving Services
  • Appendix 3: ALGCs Financing: Sources and Allocation
  • References
  • Index.

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