Monika Chmielecka

Dr. Monika Chmielecka serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Andragogy and Social Gerontology at the Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Lodz. Her academic position focuses on the intersection of adult education and social gerontology within the Polish higher education landscape.

Her research centers on Transformative Learning and Adult Education, employing Case Study methodologies to examine adult learning experiences, leadership development, and identity transformation processes. Key interests include coaching frameworks, experiential learning in aging populations, and the application of Jack Mezirow's transformative learning theory to educational practice. Her work bridges educational theory with practical applications in social gerontology, particularly regarding the educational needs of older adults.