Towards a Learning Society: The Tradition and Transformation of American Adult Education Thought and Practice

Author: Zhao Hongya
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: The pinnacle of the educational process is adult education. Adult education is an important component of lifelong education and also a primary pathway to forming a learning society. Its strategic significance is increasingly valued by countries around the world. Based on substantial research, this book elaborates on the thoughts of key figures, typical cases, and important policies and regulations in the field of American adult education. It showcases the historical origins of modern American adult education thought and practice, discusses the process of specialization in American adult education from perspectives such as theoretical frameworks and professional organizations, analyzes America's strategies for building a learning society, and summarizes the characteristics, existing issues, and implications of American adult education for China.