Normative Values in Adult Education and their Contemporary Relevance

“It is a very large question, with philosophical, anthropological, historical and political implications. In consequence and especially given the circumstances and time available, what I have to say will be in three parts. First, I will consider some theoretical concepts, drawn from the disciplines mentioned above. Secondly, I will consider three case studies by way of example and illustration. Finally, I will draw some conclusions as to contemporary relevance.”