This article describes the benefits and forms of forgetting from a neuropsychological perspective. By the same token, Peter Gassner shows that forgetting is not only something negative, but rather that it is even a constitutive factor in people's learning abilities. Adult education specialists will find valuable suggestions in the article on how learners can counteract undesirable forms of forgetting, i.e. forgetfulness.
Viele Menschen erfüllt Abschied mit Unbehagen: Menschlich, aber doch vorschnell führt uns die Assoziation zur »Endstation«, zum »Unwiederbringlichen«. Abschied nehmen fällt – ebenso wie »aller Anfang« – schwer. Gerade deshalb ist es aber keine Verharmlosung, wenn man im Abschied auch den Vorläufer des Neuanfangs erblickt. Für das erwachsenpädagogische Handeln geht es um die »Gestaltung des Abschieds«, mithin um das »gute Ende« (»Ende gut, alles gut!«). Diesen Weg beschreiten die Beiträge des vo…
This article addresses learning, educational and activity-related prospects upon entering into retirement age and the search for meaning in one's career associated with this. The topic is explored at various levels: first of all autobiographically taking the example of a new, self-employed orientation. At the second level, the case example can be interpreted as part of a societal trend towards activities crossing the age border. Finally prospects for the topic in the context of adult education …
This article provides insight into the lives of active retirees whose departure from gainful working life has ushered in a new stage in their work-related development. The results of an explorative interview study with retirees working for pay or voluntarily are presented. The article in particular examines the differences between previous work and work-related activity in retirement as well as aspects relating to continuing education.
