Chapter 11 Socio Cultural Dimensions of E Learning Systems Blessing
Transformative Learning has largely been the province of adult learning theory. There are several reasons to consider transformative learning theory and practice for older adolescents in schools and colleges. Mezirow (2000) pointed out three of them as follows: (1) That the transition to adult life often involves personal transformation as students move from a safe school environment to take on complex work, study and social responsibilities. (2) That when students are led to a deeper understanding of concepts and issues their fundamental beliefs and assumptions may be challenged leading to a transformation of perspective or worldview. (3) As students develop critical and reflective thinking AbstrAct