Transformative Learning Theory The Importance Of...

Transformative Learning Theory: The importance of Planetary Consciousness Erin L. Bonilla Prescott College Abstract Transformative learning theory provides a unique perspective on education through realization, reflection, discourse, and active pursuit of change. This process requires significant effort for the individual and requires deep critical reflection into personal belief systems, inflicted views from childhood, and questioning knowledge. The presented literature explores the origins of transformative learning theory, the importance of a strong planetary context, and further examples of the application of this theory. Keywords: transformative learning theory, reflection, self-reflection, symbols Transformational Learning Theory This literature review was designed to help the researcher build a deeper understanding of transformational learning theory and its application within the modern world. The literature explains Mezirow’s initial basis for the theory, complimentary and opposing views, importance of planetary context in reflection, along with further development in the field of sustainability education. This review involves a cross-examination of the literature at a basic level and is a beginning for further development. Theory Origins Transformative learning theory began with the works of Jack Mezirow (1981, 1994, 1997). The root of this theory is that through learning individuals go through a process of change within the construct of theirShow MoreRelatedCosmopsychology - the Psychology of Humans as Spiritual Beings - an Introduction4873 Words   |  20 Pagesnon-dual philosophy. According to Aurobindo, consciousness pervades the universe and manifests in a range of gradations. Consciousness undergoes both involutionary and evolutionary phases. Its involutionary phase is seen as the creation of matter and the physical universe. Its evolutionary phase is seen in the evolution of life and the spiritual development of humanity. Aurobindo’s teachings focused primarily on the ongoing evolution of consciousness by means of the spiritual development of theRead MoreA Pragmatic View of Jean Watson’s Caring Theory6976 Words   |  28 PagesA Pragmatic View of Jean Watson’s Caring Theory Chantal Cara, Ph.D., RN Università © de Montrà ©al Faculty of Nursing Goals Provide an overview of Dr. Jean Watson’s caring theory to the nursing community. Facilitate the understanding of her work allowing nurses to readily apply this knowledge within their practice. Objectives Describe the general aspects of Watson’s caring theory. Describe how Watson’s caring theory can be applied to clinical practice. Describe the person through Watson’sRead MoreEmployee Engagement and CSR: TRANSACTIONAL, RELATIONAL, AND DEVELOPMENTAL APPROACHES12982 Words   |  52 Pagesthrough continuous adaptation and learning over the life course. While this puts the onus on employees to continue to develop their knowledge and talents, it is incumbent on the boundaryless firm to promote employees’ development and to deploy their time and talents in response to changing business circumstances.17 Increasingly this extends into CSR and sustainability where, as Peter Senge and colleagues stress, companies depend on individual and collective learning to adapt to new challenges.18 Read MoreDefination of Globalisation12291 Words   |  50 Pagesthe spatial reach of networks and systems of social relations to transcontinental or interregional patterns of human organization, activity and the exercise of power.’† 10 The challenge of defining globalization is not going to disappear or lose importance anytime in the near future. By exploring the various explanations and thoughts behind the idea that has come to be called globalization, we are able to see how the concept has been identified over the course of the approximately thirty years representedRead MoreOne Significant Change That Has Occurred in the World Between 1900 and 2005. Explain the Impact This Change Has Made on Our Lives and Why It Is an Important Change.163893 Words   |  656 Pagesby imperialist expansionism, one cannot begin to comprehend the causes and consequences of the Great War that began in 1914. That conflict determined the contours of the twentieth century in myriad ways. On the one hand, the war set in motion transformative processes that were clearly major departures from those that defined the nineteenth-century world order. On the other, it perversely unleashed forces that would undermine Western world dominance and greatly constrict the forces advancing globalization