Pedagogy and andragogy are often treated as separate fields, despite their similarities and shared goal of stimulating learning in individuals to the fullest degree possible. Pedagogical and Andragogical Teaching and Learning with Information Communication Technologies displays that teachers can further their art by considering both pedagogy and andragogy in light of the each other, specifically in the modern classroom. Information Communication Technologies are ubiquitous in today's learn...

This book reimagines career and technical education (CTE) for a rapidly changing global landscape, bridging theory, policy, and practice through cross-cultural insights from China, Russia, and the United States. It reframes CTE as a dynamic, ethical, and inclusive field that must anticipate disruption while embracing innovation. Drawing on qualitative analysis, policy review, and case studies, the book delivers actionable strategies and forward-looking perspectives. It provides a practical...

Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly reshaped research and scholarly publishing, becoming an indispensable tool for researchers, writers, and editors in areas such as verification, documentation, authorship transparency, and data governance. Yet the widespread adoption of these technologies has also introduced new forms of ethical risk across the academic publishing landscape. When used responsibly, AI is a transformative asset, capable of streamlining the research process by analyzing...

Engaging in genuine dialogue and authentic communication is essential for teachers to assist students’ successes and help them further their education through refining critical thinking skills beyond the classroom. Critical Theory and Transformative Learning is a critical scholarly resource that examines and contrasts the key concepts related to critical approaches in educational settings. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics including repressive tolerance, online teaching, and ad...

In this information age, career and technical education (CTE) has become a multibillion dollar training enterprise. To make our students more competitive in the labor force and to make our nation economically strong and firms internationally competitive, we have to depend on CTE to train today’s workers of various kinds. Definitive Readings in the History, Philosophy, Theories and Practice of Career and Technical Education brings together definitive writings on CTE by leading figures and b...

Education is the first stage in developing a viable, dynamic, and long-lived global economy. Unfortunately, in times of economic hardship, educational programs, teacher salaries, and extracurricular opportunities are often the first to be cut. International Education and the Next-Generation Workforce: Competition in the Global Economy presents a detailed discussion of present educational principles and policies, and their impact on the effectiveness of education in a multi-national context...

In order to deliver optimum educational opportunities to learners, higher education institutions must utilize emerging innovations and resources. By doing so, they can begin to develop more student-centric pedagogies. Adult Education and Vocational Training in the Digital Age is an authoritative reference source for the latest scholarly material on the use of recent technologies to facilitate and optimize classroom environments for adult learners. Highlighting relevant andragogical, organi...

In the twenty-first century, learning and the definition of education is changing. New digital, online, and social tools have the ability to transform the classroom and engage learners like never before. In the midst of this technological revolution, it is crucial for educators and administrators to be able to gauge the impact of digital tools on learners in a variety of settings. The Handbook of Research on Positive Scholarship for Global K-20 Education is a critical scholarly resource th...

The integration of AI into education has redefined how learning is delivered and measured. There is great potential for AI to drive a more personalized learning experience while also tailoring instructions to a person’s individuals needs. While there are promises to enhance engagement and achievement, it also raises critical questions about equity and access. As we envision the future of learning, it is essential to explore how AI can be harnessed not only to support personalization but al...

In the current economic climate and global workplace, adult learning routinely comes to the forefront as individuals, companies, and industries strive to adapt at the pace of change. Vocational Education Technologies and Advances in Adult Learning: New Concepts provides a global look at educational technologies for adult learners with content drawing from theory, research, practice, individual experience, and insight by leading scholars, theorists, and practitioners worldwide. This volume ...

The philosophical foundation of emancipatory knowledge lies in critical theory. In this paradigm, instrumental and communicative knowledge are not rejected but are limited. If we do not question current scientific and social theories and accepted truths, we may never realize how we are constrained by their inevitable distortions and errors. Without the possibility of critical questioning of ourselves and our beliefs, such constraining knowledge can be accepted by entire cultures. The resea...

As AI continues to evolve, emerging trends are reshaping industries, societies, and educational systems. From intelligent tutoring systems and data driven policy, AI influence is both expansive and profound. Viewing these developments through a global lens reveals diverse approaches to AI adoption shaped by cultural, economic, and political contexts. At the same time, the integration of AI calls for systemic transformation challenging institutions to rethink structures, governance, and eth...