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2018 Transformative Learning Conference

March 8–9, 2018

Oklahoma City, OK

CONFERENCE PROGRAM

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Transformative Learning Basics

Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 10:25 AM–11:15 AM CST
Everest B
Summary

Summary: Transformative Learning (TL) is generally a reference to an adult learning theory proposed by Jack Mezirow in the late 1970's in the United States. This session will give an introduction to TL theory through the lens of Mezirow, and also delve into contemporary explanations of this "living" theory. Participants will critically reflect on their understanding of learner transformation through discussion and concept mapping activities.

Abstract

Transformative Learning (TL) is generally a reference to an adult learning theory proposed by Jack Mezirow in the late 1970's in the United States. Prior work by von Humboldt, Friere, Habermas, and others both informed TL theory and spun-off parallel theories. In fact, even Mezirowian TL theory is a living theory, with continued publications and explorations into its validity and process. This session will give an introduction to TL theory through the lens of Mezirow, and also delve into contemporary explanations. Participants will critically reflect on their understanding of learner transformation through discussion and concept mapping activities.

References

Dirkx, J.M., Mezirow, J., Cranton, P. (2006). Musings and Reflections on the Meaning, Context, and Process of Transformative Learning: A Dialogue Between John M. Dirkx and Jack Mezirow. Journal of Transformative Education, 4(2): 123139.

Freire, P. (2000). Pedagogy of the oppressed (30th anniversary ed.). New York: Continuum.

Glisczinski, D.J. (2015). Transforming our perspectives: Tattoos, the hippocampus, and premise reflection. Journal of Transformative Learning, 3(1).

Mezirow, J. (1978). Perspective Transformation. Adult Education, 100–110.

von Humboldt, W. (2000). Theory of Bildung in Teaching As A Reflective Practice: The German Didaktik Tradition. Ian Westbury, Stefan Hopmann, Kurt Riquarts, eds. New Jersey: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.

Format of Presentation

50-Minute Interactive Session

Conference Thread(s)

Communicating Transformative Learning

Primary Presenter

Mark Walvoord, University of Central Oklahoma

Secondary Presenters

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