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This document contains eight papers on adult education in Croatian society. "Basic Characteristics of Croatian Adult Education up to These Days" (Silvije Pongrac, Ilija Lavrnja) highlights key trends in the development of Croatian adult education. "Adult Education in Croatia Based on Social Changes" (Anita Klapan) discusses Croatian adult education within the context of the social changes since Croatia's independence in 1990. "Social Changes and Values as a Context in Adult Education" (Boris Banovac) examines the relationship between social changes and values in societies in transition. "Differentiation and Individualisation in Adult Education" (Ilija Lavrnja) discusses the problems of differentiation and individualization within the context of the theory and practice of andragogy. "Strongholds of Analyzing and Planning Adult Education" (Silvijc Pongrac) considers educational needs, educational conditions, and educational possibilities from the standpoint of strongholds for planning adult education. "Types of Formal Adult Education--Possibilities and Limitations" (Sofija Vrcelj) assesses the types of formal education available to individuals needing retraining, advanced training, and specialized training. "Adult Basic Education and Literacy Development, Problems and Tendencies" (Renata Cepic) discusses need for additional adult basic education, literacy education, and lifelong learning opportunities in Croatia. "Innovating Learning of Employees during Transition of the Economy in the Republic of Croatia" (Vidoje Vujic) discusses how the trend toward privatization has been reflected in business education in Croatia. Most papers include substantial bibliographies. Information about the authors is included. (MN)