Technology and Innovation in Adult Learning

Preface ix

Acknowledgments xv

Part 1: A Foundation for New Learning 1

1 The Digital Age Secret for Success: Adult Learning 3

2 Understanding the Evolution of the Digital Age 17

3 Adult Learning and Living in the Digital Age 43

4 Biological Concerns: Development, Aging, and Neuroscience 65

Part 2: Scaffolding Essential Skills for Learning in the Digital Age 83

5 Andragogy Illustrated 85

6 Motivation's Essential Role 101

7 Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving 113

8 Self?]Directed Learning Discovered 143

9 Required Intercultural Competencies 155

10 Transformative Learning Perspectives 169

Part 3: New Vistas in a Digital World 185

11 Mind, Body, and Spirit Connections 187

12 e?]Learning Models: Distance, Mobile, Virtual, and Informal Learning 203

13 Psychology of Technology Use and Adoption 221

14 Conclusion: Emergent Research Opportunities 237

References 255

Index 281

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• Equipamentos e tecnologia educacional, computer-aided learning (CAL)
• A educação de adultos, aprendizagem contínua

adult learning; learning technology; adult learning technology; adult learning challenges; technology in adult education; adult learning enhancement; emerging learning technology; issues in adult learning; digital adult learning; adult learning theory; adult learning practices; adult learning research; learning technology opportunities; future of adult learning; future of learning technology; lifelong learning; teaching with technology; instructional design; instructional technology; educational technology