ADULT EDUCATION QUARTERLY
Scope & Guideline
Elevating Adult Learning Through Scholarly Discourse
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Transformative Learning:
The journal consistently emphasizes transformative learning theories that explore how adults change their perspectives and behaviors through educational experiences. - Social Justice and Equity:
A core area of focus is examining how adult education can address issues of social justice, equity, and inclusion, particularly for marginalized populations. - Community Engagement and Development:
Research often highlights the role of adult education in fostering community engagement and development, emphasizing participatory methods and collaborative learning. - Lifelong Learning:
The journal addresses the concept of lifelong learning, exploring how adult education contributes to individuals' continuous personal and professional development. - Cultural and Contextual Factors:
There is a consistent focus on how cultural, social, and contextual factors influence adult learning, including migration, identity, and community dynamics. - Innovative Pedagogies:
The journal features studies on innovative pedagogical approaches, including the use of technology and critical pedagogy in adult education.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Literacy and Technology Integration:
There is a growing emphasis on digital literacy and the integration of technology in adult education, addressing the needs of learners in an increasingly digital world. - Civic Engagement and Social Activism:
Recent publications highlight the importance of civic engagement and social activism in adult education, encouraging learners to become active participants in their communities. - Intersectionality in Adult Education:
The exploration of intersectionality—how various social identities intersect and impact adult learning experiences—has emerged as a significant focus, emphasizing the need for inclusive educational practices. - Mental Health and Well-Being in Adult Learning:
Research addressing mental health and well-being among adult learners has gained attention, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on education. - Global Perspectives on Adult Education:
There is an increasing interest in global perspectives and comparative studies in adult education, recognizing the diversity of educational practices and challenges faced by adult learners worldwide.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Vocational Training:
There appears to be a diminishing focus on traditional vocational training programs, as the field increasingly prioritizes holistic and transformative approaches to adult education. - Standardized Testing and Assessment:
Research centered around standardized testing and assessment methods in adult education seems to be declining, with more emphasis now placed on formative assessments and learner-centered evaluation. - Narrowly Defined Andragogy:
The traditional definitions of andragogy are becoming less prevalent as scholars advocate for more nuanced and context-sensitive understandings of adult learning. - Teacher-Centered Approaches:
There is a noticeable decrease in research that supports teacher-centered instructional methodologies, as the field shifts toward learner-centered and participatory practices. - Isolation of Adult Education from Other Disciplines:
The integration of adult education research with other fields, such as sociology, psychology, and cultural studies, seems to be less frequent, indicating a potential narrowing of interdisciplinary approaches.
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