Being an Adult Learner in Austere Times - Exploring the Contexts of Higher, Further and Community Education (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019)

This book examines the experiences of adult learners in times of austerity. The power of adult education to transform lives is well known, and it is especially powerful for those who missed out on educational opportunities earlier in life. Those who have been successful learners in the past are more likely to continue their education and training, making extra support and funding ever-more important: however, in the current economic and political climate, support for adult learning is significantly decreasing. This book sheds light on the experiences of adult learners, despite the difficulties facing the sector: interweaving empirical discussions with theoretical debates, the editors and contributors demonstrate the challenges and struggles of adult learners in higher, further and community education. This enlightening edited collection will be of interest to all those involved in adult education as well as policy makers and funders.

General

Imprint:	Springer International Publishing AG
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Release date:	2019
First published:	2019
Editors:	Ellen Boeren • Nalita James
Dimensions:	210 x 148 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	218
Edition:	1st ed. 2019
ISBN-13:	978-3-319-97207-7
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Organization & management of education > General Books > Social sciences > Education > Higher & further education > Adult education Books > Social sciences > Education > Careers guidance > Industrial or vocational training Promotions
LSN:	3-319-97207-3
Barcode:	9783319972077

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