Power in practice : adult education and the struggle for knowledge and power in society /
Adult educators know that they can no longer focus solely on the needs of learners without responsibly addressing the political and ethical consequences of their work. Power in Practice examines how certain adult education programs, practices, and policies can become a subtle part of power relations...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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San Francisco :
Jossey-Bass,
©2001.
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| Edition: | 1st ed. |
| Series: | Jossey-Bass higher and adult education series
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| Summary: | Adult educators know that they can no longer focus solely on the needs of learners without responsibly addressing the political and ethical consequences of their work. Power in Practice examines how certain adult education programs, practices, and policies can become a subtle part of power relationships in wider society. It provides a rich array of real-world cases that highlight the pivotal role of adult educators as 'knowledge and power brokers' in the conflict between learners and the social forces surrounding them. The authors discuss how to teach responsibly, develop effective adult education programs, and provide exemplary leadership in complex political contexts, including the workplace and higher education. |
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| Physical Description: | xxxi, 303 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and indexes. |
| ISBN: | 0787947296 9780787947293 |