An update of transformative learning theory: A critical review of the empirical research (1999-2005)

International Journal of Lifelong Education

Volumn 26, Issue 2, 2007, Pages 173-191

  Taylor, Edward W ^a  

^a PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY   (United States)

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EID: 34247606857     PISSN: 02601370     EISSN: 1464519X     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1080/02601370701219475     Document Type: Review

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