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ERIC Number: EJ656883
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-1045-1595
Chasing the Rabbit: Metaphors Used by Adult Learners to Describe Their Learning Disabilities.
Goss, Diane
Adult Learning, v12 n2 p8-9 Spr 2001
Interviews with 23 adult college students with learning disabilities explored the metaphors they use to describe their disabilities. This strategy can help learners gain a sense of control over their disabilities. Adult educators can stimulate critical reflection and help them to make meaning of their experience.(JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Students, Learning Disabilities, Metaphors, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Note: Theme: Adult Learners with Disabilities--An Overlooked Population.