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Oxford Handbook Of Lifelong Learning London Manuel Eds by London, Manuel (eds.) 9781621985983, 1621985989 instant download after payment.
This book is a comprehensive and interdisciplinary examination of the theory and practice of lifelong learning, encompassing perspectives from human resources development, adult learning, psychology, career and vocational learning, management and executive development, cultural anthropology, the humanities, and gerontology. Individual chapters address the most relevant topics on the subject, including:continuous learning as it relates to technological, economic, and organizational changes developmental theories and research, models of lifelong learning, and the neurological bases for learning across the lifespanexamples of learning programs, tools, and technologies, with a focus on corporate programs and business educationinternational perspectives on lifelong learning and learning across culturesassessment of learning needs and outcomesThis comprehensive and forward-thinking handbook is an important resource for students, scholars, and for practitioners in the fields of training and development, human resource management, continuing education, instructional technology, professional development, and organizational psychology.
Content:
Front Matter
Table of Contents
Part I. Introduction 1. Lifelong Learning: Introduction
2. Concepts and Definitions of Lifelong Learning
Part II. Developmental Theories and Research 3. Models of Lifelong Learning: An Overview
4. Biological Bases for Learning and Development across the Lifespan
5. Improving Self-Awareness and Self-Insight
6. The Learning Way: Learning from Experience as the Path to Lifelong Learning and Development
7. Learning Life Skills of Emotional and Social Intelligence Competencies
8. Kegan's Theory of Development Applied to Community College Students
9. University Education: Leadership Development in and Outside the Classroom
10. A Paradigm for Intergenerational Learning
Part III. Learning Programs, Tools, and Technologies 11. Corporate Employee Training and Development Strategies
12. Leadership Development Programs That Work: Individual Transformation by Design
13. Participation in Continuing Education Programs: Antecedents, Consequences, and Implications
14. Professionals as Lifelong Learners
15. Learning Linkages and Flows between Individuals, Groups, and the Organization: Creating Programs to Foster Student Engagement in Learning
16. Business Education and the Liberal Arts: A Rhetorical Approach
17. Assessment Centers: A Blended Adult Development Strategy
18. 360-Degree Feedback and Executive Coaching
19. E-Learning: New Opportunities and a View of the Future
20. Learning Contexts and Contextual Learners: The Usage of Wireless Technology
Part IV. International Perspectives 21. Influences of National Culture on Continuous Learning: Implications for Learning Objectives and Performance Management
22. Cross-National Differences in Education-Work Transitions
23. Talent Development as an Alternative to Orthodox Career Thinking: The Scandinavian Case
24. Globalization and the Impact of Social Change and Economic Transformation in Lifelong Learning in Russia
Part V. Emerging Issues and Learning Challenges 25. Performance Management: A Framework for Continuous Learning in Organizations
26. Learning Gender: The Effects of Gender-Role Stereotypes on Women's Lifelong Learning and Career Advancement Opportunities
27. Social Entrepreneurship: Learning through Community Service
28. Immigration as an Adaptive Challenge: Implications for Lifelong Learning
29. Learning Challenges for Adults with Learning Disabilities
Part VI. Future Perspectives 30. Assessing Learning Needs and Outcomes in Lifelong Learning Support Systems
31. Emerging Conceptualizations of Adult Training and Learning
32. Lessons of Educating Tomorrow's Business Leaders
Part VII. Conclusion 33. Trends and Directions for Lifelong Learning Programs and Research
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