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Langer developed a “theory-to-practice-to-theory” (TPT) approach in order to help adult students engage in transformative learning. TPT underscores that adults learn best when they can relate theory to their experiences, and then revisit theory for its applicability to their personal situations. Students then determine through personal critical reflection whether and how to modify their existing belief systems. By consistently providing students with critical feedback and multiple opportunities to apply new concepts as well as revise their work, TPT helps them gradually examine where their new knowledge can be integrated with their existing ideologies.
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