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Explaining the Transformation of Ethical Vegans: Is Mezirow's Theory Adequate?

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• • Barbara L. McDonald

Abstract

This paper explores the adequacy of Mezirow's transformation theory to describe the transformational learning of ethical vegans. A critical reading of the participants' narratives revealed that a temporal understanding of power is needed. Transformation theory failed to account for the power of normative ideologies to undermine the emancipatory learning and praxis of ethical vegans over time.

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How to Cite: McDonald, B. L. (1999) “Explaining the Transformation of Ethical Vegans: Is Mezirow's Theory Adequate?”, Adult Education Research Conference. 1(1999).