Confucius

[| The literature discusses the cognitive and affective domains that reflection may involve within adult learners (Bloom, 1956). However, we must also consider the psychomotor domain when learners are engaged in reflection. As a Chinese proverb says, “I do, I understand.” It seems that there is a positive correlation between the psychomotor domain and reflection. Yet, it would seem that researchers have yet to address this particular area. How do we effectively assist adult learners in using active learning in reflective learning within Western traditions?] [| Building on eastern traditions, do currently renewed interests in Yoga and Tai Chi illustrate westerners experiencing the benefits of focusing mind and body together in reflection, rather than prior practice of mind alone? In 2006 we see an accepted blending of these and other traditions of mind and body. It is a prime opportunity for educational researchers to explore them for instance what learning style or personality styles respond best to these eclectic perspectives? What instructional methodologies are most effective for this learning? What purpose could be served for this application? Health education, pain management, cross cultural learning, psychotherapy, physical rehabilitation? Each of these can benefit form the field of adult learning intersecting with them and many possibilities for extending the application of adult learning are embedded within them]