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The role of self-directed learning in older adults' health care

Year: 2005

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: : This descriptive study expands the understanding of the impact of self-directed learning (SDL) on older adults ’ health care. Findings reveal motivating and controlling factors that influence learners, identifies a SDL process specific to health care, offers insights into the perceptions older adults ’ hold, and barriers they encounter.

Source: New Prairie Press (Kansas State University)

Author: Janet S. Valente

Institution: Kansas State University

Language: English

Topic: Educational Leadership and Innovation

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W91471062

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Cites: 136

Cited by: 6

Related to: 10