Elias, J. & Merriam, S. (2005). Philosophical foundations of adult education. Malabar: Krieger Publishing Company. Philosophies of adult education are presented in this work as they have developed in the western world. Great detail is provided on the historic evolution, key proponents and the structural content of each philosophy. Of importance to the current topic was behaviorism due to the opportunity to utilize positive and constructive feedback as a method to encourage behavior among industry leaders that is supportive of environment, safety and health initiatives.