The theory and practice of transformative learning: a critical review
The theory of transformative learning, ‘the process of making meaning of one’s experience’ emerged as a concept in 1978, through the work of Jack Mezirow. This paper begins by providing an overview of transformative learning theory from Mezirow’s perspective as well as two alternative perspectives. The main section reviews theoretical and empirical literature which identifies gaps and areas of controversy in Mezirow’s work as well as research findings that attempt to elaborate on and broaden the theory. The final section outlines the essential conditions and techniques for fostering transforma ... Show more
Authors: Taylor, Edward W.
ERIC Clearinghouse on Adult, Career and Vocational Education (ERIC/ACVE)
Published: Columbus, Ohio, ERIC Clearinghouse on Adult, Career, and Vocational Education, 1998
Resource type: Report, paper or authored book
Physical description: viii, 86 p.
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https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED423422
