Roger Hiemstra
(Third Edition)
Fayetteville, New York
HiTree Press
Copyright © 1982, 2002 by Roger Hiemstra
Copyright © 1976 by: Professional Educators Publications, Lincoln, Nebraska
All rights reserved. Please adhere to normal copyright rules. In addition, if printing off a hard copy of any portion of this book on a printer other than one you own, always seek permission to do so.
Library of Congress Catalog Card No.: 76-7114
ISBN 0-88224-029-3 All Rights Reserved Originally Printed in the U. S.
Preface (Introductory Comments)
The Author (Description of Author)
Chapter One: Lifelong Learning: A Necessity
Lifelong Learning Forces
Innovative Approaches to the Education of Adults
Implications for Training Teachers of Adults
Some Plaguing Problems
Where Do We Go from Here?
The Remaining Chapters
Chapter Two: The Societal Role of Adult and Continuing Education
The Historical Importance of Adult Education
The Changing American Society
The Character of the American Citizen
The Modern Family's Lifelong Learning Needs
Why Society Needs Adult and Continuing Education
Obstacles to Adult and Continuing Education
Implications for Training Teachers of Adults and Youth
Chapter Three: Adult and Continuing Education: Its Clientele
The Adult Learner Discovered
The Uniqueness of the Adult Learner
Categories of Adult Learners
The Undereducated-Disadvantaged Adult
The Older Adult
Implications for Teachers and Trainers of Adults
Chapter Four: Adult and Continuing Education: Its Programs
The Nature of Adult Education Programs
Federal Programs
State and Regional Programs
Community Programs
Some Problems
Chapter Five: Adult and Continuing Education: Its Professionals
Who Is an Adult and Continuing Educator?
Types of Educators or Trainers of Adults
Training and Preparation of Adult Education
Professional Associations in Adult and Continuing Education
Implications
Chapter Six: The Community and Adult Education
The Community as a Setting for Adult Education
Activating the Educative Community
Implications for Training Teachers of Adults and Youth
Chapter Seven: Theoretical Bases and Research in Adult Education
Introduction
Building a Theory Base
Evolving Theory Areas
Research in Adult Education
Implications for Teachers and Trainers of Adults
Chapter Eight: Trends and Projections
Future Projecting
Societal Trends
Are We at a Crossroad?
Trends and Issues in Higher Education
Trends Specific to Adult and Continuing Education
Several Areas of Need
Opportunities for Educators
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