This article is premised on the understanding that there are multiple dimensions of the case–
theory relation and examines four of these: theory of the case, theory for the case, theory …

This book offers a conceptual re-think of how university community engagement functions as
a lifelong learning resource for communities. While having a specific focus on the South …

After more than three decades of development, transformative learning theory is currently a
major theory of adult learning. It has also attracted substantial critique, leading to further …

This paper explores and theorizes the experiences of a group of development workers
involved in a community-based project in the context of post-conflict KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) …

Definitions of what constitutes community engagement are constantly evolving. This chapter
elaborates on Chap. 1's introduction to the terminology and its historical trajectory, revealing …

How do we account for the close personal bonds and deeply caring relationships forged by
educators with learners in many adult educational encounters? The literature is relatively …

In the past, non-formal education in South Africa was committed to supporting the Mass
Democratic Movement (MDM) in opposition to apartheid. Such non-formal political …

The advent of liberal democracy in April 1994 represented a political revolution and turning
point in South African history. The African National Congress was elected based on their …

Why do educated girls and women constitute a danger in some societies and for this face
extreme danger in their educational endeavours? This article argues that historical and …

The minimal or non-involvement of out-of-school youths in educational policies meant to
address their issues, contributes to the failure of some interventions. The educational …