Returning to Learning: 2nd edition: A Practical Handbook for Adults Returning to Education - Softcover

Dawson, Dr Catherine

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1845280628 ISBN 13: 9781845280628

Publisher: How To Books, 1900

Synopsis

This insightful and encouraging book offers practical advice on such issues as: types of learning opportunities and qualifications available; where to find help and guidance; financial costs and support options; coping with change, lack of time and financial commitments; and how to take advantage of the practical benefits.

Contents: 1. Reasons for returning; 2. Learning options; 3. Understanding British qualifications; 4. Seeking advice and guidance; 5. The financial cost of returning to education; 6. Obtaining financial support; 7. Overcoming barriers to learning; 8. Coping with change; 9. Staying the course?; 10. The benefits of returning to education.

About this title

About the Author

Dr Catherine Dawson has been a researcher specialising in educational research and a tutor working with adult learners for over fifteen years. She is also a well-known contributor to academic journals on the subject of education. Her other books include Learning How To Study Again, also for How To Books

Edition details

• Publisher: How To Books
• Publication date: 1900
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1845280628
• ISBN 13: 9781845280628
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 188