There is much scepticism about the concept of lifelong learning within both the educational
literature and the literature on work. Certainly, many work arrangements discourage …

John Dewey was a pragmatist, progressivist, educator, philosopher, and social reformer
(Gutek, 2014). Dewey's various roles greatly impacted education and he was perhaps one of …

Using Narrative Inquiry as a Research Method is the ideal introduction to a growing field of
study. A full and accessible guide that covers the theory and practical applications of this …

As interest grows in theories of lifelong learning not only across society but also as an area
of serious academic study, the need has arisen for a thorough and critical study of the …

Many professions have requirements for professional development activities to ensure
continuing registration or membership. These commonly focus on participation in a limited …

In both paid and unpaid work contexts adults learn powerfully from their experiences. In this
book, the authors argue that this should be the basis for a new perception of what is truly …

This paper argues that much contemporary educational policy makes assumptions about
learning that are directly contradicted by the best research and theorising of learning that …

This introductory text, now in its fourth edition, is a classic in its field. It shows, first and
foremost, the importance of philosophy in educational debate and as a background to any …

For too long, theories and practices of learning have been dominated by the requirements of
formal learning. Quite simply this book seeks to persuade readers through philosophical …

This article articulates what might be called a value-based argument, a philosophical
statement, one that emphasizes principles and perspectives that have remained precious to …