Challenging the professionalization of adult education: John Ohliger and contradictions in modern practice

The first book to address the influence of John Ohliger on adult education, this edited collection brings together a number of leading figures in the fieldfor a comprehensive assessment of the contributions of this important figure.The authors explore Ohliger's roles as an adult educator, social activist, and cultural worker, investigating his eclectic career and diverse educational, social, and cultural interests by examining his perspectives on media usage, labor education, mandatory continuing education, civic education, social education, and library and community work. Finally, they reflect on the legacy of John Ohligers radical social philosophy, pedagogy, and practice in terms of his contributions to modern practice and the tensions his critique of adult education created. A timely look at critical issues for the field, the book is of enduring value for bringing the many threads of Ohliger's influence together in one volume.

• ISBN: 978-0-7879-7827-3
• Editorial: Jossey Bass
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 384
• Fecha Publicación: 12/06/2009
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés