1st Edition

Adult Education as Theory, Practice and Research The Captive Triangle

By Robin Usher, Ian Bryant Copyright 1989
220 Pages
by Routledge

220 Pages
by Routledge

220 Pages
by Routledge

The authors argue that the aim of research should be to improve practice through a process of critical reflection. Focusing clearly on the everyday concerns and problems of practitioners, they emphasize the importance of practical knowledge. Their definition of ‘practice’ is wide, and includes the generation of theory and the doing of research as well as front-line teaching. They show how notions... Read more

1 Exploring the Triangle 2 Critique of Traditional Methods of Research 3 The Problem of ‘Foundation’ Disciplines 4 Reconceptualizing Theory and Practice 5 The Practice of Adult Education Research in Context 6 The Logic and Problems of Action Research 7 The Self in Research and Reflective Practice 8 Learning and Research: Curriculum Implications Bibliography Index.

 

Biography

Usher, Robin; Bryant, Ian