The Adult Learner

Malcolm S. Knowles was one of the nation's leading authorities on adult education and training. He was the founding executive director of the Adult Education Association and Professor of Adult and Community College Education at North Carolina State University.

This 9th edition has been revised to reflect the latest advancements with the addition of new chapters on diversity and the online adult learner, and an updated supporting website for instructors. This is the definitive book for any researcher, practitioner or training manager.

Part 1: Adult Learning, 1. Introduction to Adult Learning, 2. Exploring the World of Learning Theory, 3. Andragogy: A Theory of Adult Learning, 4. The Andragogical Process Model for Learning, 5. Andragogy in Practice, Part 2: The Backdrop of Learning and Teaching Theories, 6. Theories of Learning, 7. Theories of Teaching, 8. Adult Learning Within Human Resource Development, Part 3: Advancements in Adult Learning, 9. New Perspectives on Andragogy, 10. Beyond Andragogy, 11. Diversity and Inclusion in the Adult Education Classroom, 12. Neuroscience and Andragogy, 13. Andragogy and Adult Online Learning, 14. Effective Computer-Based Instruction for Adults, Part 4: International and Future Perspectives on Andragogy, 15. European Perspectives on Adult Learning, 16. Andragogy: International History, Meaning, Context, and Function, 17. The Future of Andragogy, Part 5: Tools and Resources for Implementing Andragogy, 18. Andragogical Learner Analysis Using the Andragogy in Practice Framework, 19. Andragogy in Practice Inventory, 20. Guidelines for the Using Learning Contracts, 21. Core Competency Diagnostic and Planning Guide, 22. Personal Adult Learning Style Inventory