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Nature of the Adult Learner
The Nebraska Institute for the Study of Adult Literacy presents a collection of resources designed to familiarize practitioners with adult learning theory and practice.

Patterns in Adult Learning
Dr. Judy Smith describes five typical patterns in adult learning and explores the implications for teaching and learning in both traditional and online learning.

Popular Education; Education for Social Change
Championed by Brazilian educator, Paulo Friere, popular education helps communities identify their problems, expectations and needs and facilitate change.

Schugurensky's Site
This OISE/University of Toronto professor's site features many gems, including Education in the 20th Century, Quotes by Adult Educators and Reviews of Paulo Freire's books.

Theory Into Practice (TIP) Database
An excellent place to begin exploring learning theory, this database summarizes 50 theories relevant to learning and instruction.

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