Learning by Going: Transformative Learning through Long-term Independent Travel

Learning by Going: Transformative Learning through Long-term Independent Travel
ISBN-10
3658257733
ISBN-13
9783658257736
Category
Education
Pages
388
Language
English
Published
2019-03-12
Publisher
Springer
Author
Birgit Phillips

Description

Birgit Phillips explores the concept of transformative travel as it pertains to long-term independent travelers and offers a broad philosophical understanding of the complex socio-cultural processes involved in identity negotiation. She examines both the elements that contribute to the transformation of values and identities and the mechanisms by which this transformation occurs. By deploying a pluralistic, reflexive, interpretive research approach, Phillips foregrounds the personal experiences of the individual study participants and the meanings they attach to their travel experiences. In addition, since the study spanned over 14 years, the author is able to provide a wide-ranging picture of the complete travel experience, from initial motivations to post-travel reintegration as well as the long-term effects on traveler values and identities.

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