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1. Fine words alone won't bring about change.

Author

GALLACHER, JIM

Subjects
*ADULT education & state, *ADULT education finance, *STUDENT-centered learning, *ADULT learning, *ADULTS, *ADULT education, *CONTINUING education, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

The article discusses the report "Adult Learning in Scotland: Statement of Ambition" released in May 2014 by the Scottish government. Topics discussed include the views of Jim Gallacher of Glasgow Caledonian University in Glasgow, Scotland, the need for funding to make the policies in report a reality, and the use of a learner-centered approach.

Published
2014

2. All together now.

Author

Gallacher, Jim

Subjects
*CONTINUING education, *COMMUNITY education, *CULTURE, *COMMUNITY-school relationships, *ADULT learning
Abstract

Focuses on a study on the transformation of learning cultures to engage people in community-based continuing education in Great Britain. Background on the proponents of the research project; Importance of community-based education; Information on the concept of learning cultures; Role of collaborative efforts in the success of the project.

Published
2004

3. Developing an inclusive strategy for lifelong learning in Scotland.

Author

Gallacher, Jim

Subjects
*LEARNING strategies, *CONTINUING education, *HIGHER education, *ADULT learning
Abstract

Focuses on developing an inclusive strategy for lifelong learning in Scotland. Involvement of lifelong learning community in developing policies and strategy on lifelong learning in Scotland; Identification of five people-centered goals through which the lifelong learning strategy will be achieved; Discussion on high rate of participation in higher education.

Published
2004

4. Understanding Participation in Learning for Non-traditional Adult Learners: learning careers and the construction of learning identities.

Author

Crossan, Beth, Field, John, Gallacher, Jim, and Merrill, Barbara

Subjects
*ADULT learning, *ADULT students, *EDUCATIONAL sociology, *LEARNING ability, *EDUCATION
Abstract

Concepts of learner identities and learning careers have recently acquired popularity as ways of analysing participation in learning among young adults. They paper presents a conceptual challenge to unilinear approaches to the concept of learning careers. It draws on empirical data ,gathered during a study of new entrants to Scottish further education colleges, and illustrates the analysis through two biographical studies. It argues that learner identities can be fragile, contingent and vulnerable to external changes, and indeed can incorporate elements of hostility to education, as well as a degree of denial of responsibility even on the part enthusiastic learners. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2003
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