A Showcase of scholarship, research, and creativity at the university of southern mississippi. African American female educators have a prominent place in the history of adult education. In addition to their work as educators, they often served as activists and leaders that fought for justice and the transformation of individual lives and entire communities. This study demonstrated that Cooper, McLeod, and Bethune's work and accomplishments in adult education throughout their careers indeed distinguished them as learning leaders.
Future research with a focus on other adult educators should be conducted. Advanced Search. Privacy Copyright. Skip to main content. Date of Award Spring Degree Type Dissertation.
Department Educational Studies and Research. Committee Chair Lilian H. Committee Member 2 Georgianna Martin. Committee Member 3 Thomas O'Brien. Committee Member 4 Kyna Shelley. Abstract African American female educators have a prominent place in the history of adult education. Copyright , Chameka Simmons Robinson. Search Enter search terms:. Elsevier - Digital Commons.
