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An update of transformative learning theory: a critical review of the empirical research (1999–2005)
Abstract
The last significant review of research about transformative learning was in 1998 and was mostly focused on unpublished dissertations. In response, this paper reviews an exhaustive body of research conducted since that time, involving 40 studies, published in peer‐review journals with a lens of analysis of new findings and insights on transformative learning theory. The review finds less research less about identifying transformative experiences in different setting, and more about fostering transformative learning and the complex nature of critical reflection, relationships, the nature of a perspective transformation and the role of context. Furthermore, even though qualitative designs still dominate, they have become more sophisticated and creative, including longitudinal and mixed‐method designs and the use of video and photography.
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- Authors
- Taylor, E. W.
- Venue
- International Journal of Lifelong Education
- Publisher
- Informa UK Limited
- Published
- 2007-03
- Volume
- 26
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 173-191
- ISSN
- 0260-1370 (ISSN-L)
- 1464-519X
- OpenAlex
- W2120043196
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- 1,020
- References
- 49
- FWCI
- 92.83
- Type
- journal article
- Language
- en
- Open access
- closed
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