The Handbook of Transformative Learning Theory, Research, and Practice

The Handbook of Transformative Learning provides a comprehensive and critical review of more than three decades of theory development, research, and practice in Transformative Learning (TL). It will help adult educators understand what transformative learning is, distinguish it from other forms of learning, and foster it in their practice. The book covers five broad areas: historical, theoretical, practical, research, and future perspective. It is comprehensive, interdisciplinary, critical, reflective, and accessible to a wide audience of interested scholars, students, and practitioners. Co-edited by leading experts in the field with an advisory group of prominent authorities, this handbook is the leading resource for the field.

Edward W. Taylor is a professor of adult education at Penn State University at Harrisburg. He is the coeditor, with Jack Mezirow, of Transformative Learning in Practice. Patricia Cranton is a retired professor of adult education, most recently from Penn State University at Harrisburg. Her recent books include Planning Instruction for Adult Learners and Understanding and Promoting Transformative Learning.