Canadian Journal for the Study of Adult Education
Scope & Guideline
Bridging Theory and Practice in Adult Education.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Critical Adult Education:
The journal emphasizes critical perspectives in adult education, focusing on power dynamics, social justice, and the role of education in fostering equity among diverse populations. - Community Engagement and Development:
Research published often highlights participatory approaches and the role of community in adult education, exploring how education can empower individuals and foster social change. - Transformative Learning:
The journal explores transformative learning experiences, particularly in relation to marginalized groups, and how these experiences can lead to personal and social change. - Cultural and Linguistic Diversity:
There is a strong focus on the intersection of culture, language, and adult education, particularly in the context of immigrant and indigenous populations. - Research Methodologies:
The journal supports a variety of methodological approaches, including qualitative research, participatory action research, and institutional ethnography, reflecting the complexities of adult learning environments.
Trending and Emerging
- Social Justice and Equity:
There is a growing emphasis on social justice and equity in adult education, with research increasingly focusing on how educational practices can address systemic inequalities and empower marginalized groups. - Participatory Action Research:
The use of participatory action research methodologies is on the rise, reflecting a commitment to collaborative inquiry that engages adult learners and communities in the research process. - Mental Health and Well-being:
Recent publications have begun to address the importance of mental health and well-being in adult education, acknowledging the critical role that education plays in supporting learners' overall health. - Indigenous Education and Decolonization:
There is an emerging focus on indigenous education and decolonization, exploring culturally relevant pedagogies and the incorporation of indigenous knowledge in adult learning contexts. - Digital Literacy and Technology Integration:
As technology continues to shape education, there is an increasing interest in digital literacy and the integration of technology in adult education, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Pedagogical Models:
There has been a noticeable decline in publications focusing on traditional, didactic teaching methods as the journal increasingly prioritizes innovative and participatory approaches to adult education. - General Literacy Programs:
Research specifically centered on general literacy programs has become less frequent, as the journal shifts towards more nuanced discussions around literacy that incorporate social justice and community contexts. - Standardized Education Policies:
There appears to be less emphasis on discussing standardized policies in adult education, with a growing focus on localized, context-specific practices and their implications for adult learners. - Historical Perspectives on Adult Education:
While historical analyses have been a part of the journal's repertoire, the recent trend shows a waning interest in purely historical perspectives in favor of contemporary issues and forward-looking practices. - Individualistic Learning Approaches:
The journal is moving away from individualistic models of learning, preferring to emphasize collective learning and community engagement as central themes in adult education.
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