MALCOLM KNOWLES ONA LITTLE HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE PLEASE

Presents a commentary on the need for historical perspective as new trainers enter the market expecting no setbacks in the field. Background on his entrance into the field; Historical view of adult education in corporations; Spawning of training in business and industry as a result of World War II;n Comments on the expansion of the industry as the substance of training got broader and deeper; Closer ties between industries and colleges; Belief that this period is the third great educational force of far-reaching consequences.