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Being an adult learner in austere times : exploring the contexts of higher, further and community education

by Boeren, Ellen, 1980- editor , James, Nalita, editor

in Adult education. / Adult education and state. / Education, Higher. / Education Economic aspects. / Budget deficits. / Economic policy.

2019

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Being an adult learner in austere times : exploring the contexts of higher, further and community education

Boeren, Ellen, 1980- editor,

James, Nalita, editor

2019

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This volume examines the experiences of adult learners in times of austerity. The power of adult education to transform lives is well known, and it is especially powerful for those who missed out on educational opportunities earlier in life. Those who have been successful learners in the past are more likely to continue their education and training, making extra support and funding ever-more important: however, in the current economic and political climate, support for adult learning is significantly decreasing. This book sheds light on the experiences of adult learners, despite the difficulties facing the sector: interweaving empirical discussions with theoretical debates, the editors and contributors demonstrate the challenges and struggles of adult learners in higher, further and community education.

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Palgrave Macmillan

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Adult education.

/ Adult education and state.

/ Education, Higher.

/ Education Economic aspects.

/ Budget deficits.

/ Economic policy.

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