Why do adults learn? Developing a motivational typology across 12 European countries

Boeren, E. , Holford, J., Nicaise, I. and Baert, H. (2012) Why do adults learn? Developing a motivational typology across 12 European countries. Globalisation, Societies and Education, 10(2), pp. 247-269. (doi: 10.1080/14767724.2012.678764)

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Abstract

Participation in adult education is today generally considered an individual responsibility. However, participation is the result of a complex bounded agency between individuals, educational institutions and regulating governments. This paper explores the motives of 12,000 European adult learners in formal adult education in 12 European countries. Analysis shows consistent patterns comparable to welfare state typologies. Further exploration demonstrates that motives to participate in adult education courses can be interpreted in relation to the labour market, education and social policy in the country of participation.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Boeren, Professor Ellen
Authors: Boeren, E., Holford, J., Nicaise, I., and Baert, H.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Education
Journal Name:Globalisation, Societies and Education
Publisher:Routledge
ISSN:1476-7724
ISSN (Online):1476-7732
Published Online:04 May 2012

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