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Exploring self-concept among adult learners: The case of students pursuing adult education and human resource studies at SCDE, University of Ghana
Isaac Kofi Biney
University of Ghana Learning Centres – Accra Centre & Tema Office P. O. Box LG. 31 SCDE, College of Education, University of Ghana Legon
Author’s E-mail: ikkbiney(at)yahoo.co.uk; kbiney(at)ug.edu.gh
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Received: Accepted: April 24, 2015 Published:
Abstract
This paper investigates self-concept among adult learners pursuing Adult Education and Human Resource Studies at University of Ghana. Seeing students offering frank judgement about their academic performance in relations with others, provide opportunity to educators to suggest motivational strategies, to promote excellence amongst them. Interview guide was administered to a sample of 20 students’ purposively and conveniently selected. Descriptive statistical tool in percentages were adopted in presenting the results. It recommends that students should participate more in group studies. A system of counseling should be put in place by SCDE management to support students who develop negative self-concept (social and academic) to overcome their challenges.
Keywords: Self-concept, academic performance, social experiences, competencies, lifelong learning, human capital