Learning is among the most basic of human activities. The study of learning, and research into learning is becoming a central part of educational studies. This is a comprehensive introduction to contemporary theories and modern practices of learning. Updated and expanded, this second edition should be of interest to teachers, facilitators, human resource developers and students of education. The contents cover: lifelong learning; the social background to learning; cognitivist theory; types of learning; learning using ICT; and philosophical reflections on learning.

About the Author
Jarvis, Peter; Holford, John; Griffin, Colin

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'This is just the kind of primer many students and practitioners need to glimpse the horizons and explore the dimensions of adult learning.' - International Journal of Lifelong Education

Book Information
ISBN 9780749439316
Author Peter Jarvis
Format Hardback
Page Count 212
Imprint Routledge Falmer
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g