Includes bibliographical references (p. 160-167) and index.

Characteristics of adult learners in Africa -- Patterns of adult learning -- Theories of adult learning -- Life span development -- Human motivations and participation -- Learning styles -- Facilitating adult learning : basic principles and techniques -- Facilitating adult learning : other instructional techniques -- Guidance and counseling of adult learners.

Psychology as an applied discipline can help adult educators be more effective in their work. With this in mind, this publication analyzes the cultural factors that influence the characteristics, behavior and thinking of adult learners in Africa. The chapters provide an introduction to the psychology of adult learning and address such subjects as: lifelong learning; human motivation and participation; and the various learning styles. It also considers ways to facilitate adult learning and provide learners with the necessary guidance and counselling to support them.--Publisher's description.