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- Arizona Universities for Adult LearnersA look at three Universities in Arizona geared towards Adult learners: The University of Phoenix, Ottawa University, and Northern Arizona University.
- The Major Challenges of Being an Adult Learner in CollegeMany adults are going back to school, but that doesn't mean that it is going to be easy. Here are a few challenges that the adult learner may face.
- Online Education for Adult LearnersSharing advice and personal experiences with adult learners beginning online classes.
- Midland Lutheran College's Adult Learner's ProgramGoing to school onlne is just as important as going to college in a natural setting. At Midland they are there to make sure you get the most out of your experince.
- Master Training Specialist: Motivating the Adult LearnerIn this article we discuss tools to motivate adult learners.
- The Adult Learner ResurgenceHow has the adult learner changed the modern-day college system? There is a new movement taking place in the nation's oldest institutions that warrants attention.
- Anxieties of Adult LearnersIt has been well said that you can't teach an old dog new tricks, however, the good news is that human beings aren't dogs.
Intellectual Pitfalls to Avoid as an Adult LearnerTo get the most for your investment, take a look at the following common intellectual pitfalls to avoid as an adult learner that could inhibit your educational experience.- Concepts, Implications, and Effectiveness of the Adult Learning TheoryIn order to begin this investigation, it is first helpful to consider a broad overview of adult learning theory and how it has been defined in the scholarly literature
- The Use of Learning Theories for Adult LearnersOver the course of the twentieth century, education and psychology have become substantially intertwined.
- Motivating Adult Learners in a Time of RecessionThis article speaks to techniquest that may be deployed, from a trainers standpoint, to motivate adult learners during a recession.
- Solutions to Obstacles in Teaching Adult LearnersProvides ways to help Adult Learners educate themselves and get over their fears.
- Obstacles in Teaching Adult LearnersProvides reasons obstacles that an instructor must overcome when teaching the untraditional adult learner and provides helpful suggestions.
- Impact of Motivation on Adult LearnersMotivation is an important aspect in everyone's life. There is no way around it. Whether people lack it or embrace it, motivation exists. The words desire and the need to succeed' come to mind every time I think of motivation.
- Teaching Through Transformation: Learner-Centered Instructional Design for Adult LearnersOver the past century, college and university demographics have changed. Recently there has been an influx of non-traditional learners enrolling in colleges and universities. With this change in the learner base...
Great Gift Idea for Adult Learners, or People Thinking About Going Back to School"Kids, Have You Seen My Backpack....?" offers 22 inspirational stories about adult learners, making this a great holiday or birthday gift for non-traditional students or educators.- Earn College Credit for What You Already KnowInstitutions across the country are accepting college credit for what adult learners already know.
Student at Thirty (or Forty, or Fifty)In these economic times, more and more people are considering going back to school to gain new education and skills in order to become employed in a better field. Learn some tips from someone who has "been there, done that" and save money doing it.
Picking an Instrument for the Adult LearnerWhat are the important factors when choosing an instrument to play? Saxophone or clarinet? Mandolin or Banjo? How do you know what is right for you. This article helps narrow the field.
PracticalityHow state universities waste money through poor scheduling and misuse of resources.- Teaching Adult LearnersThis article briefly discusses taking the PALS survey and the results from the survey. This also gives a brief description on Learner-Centered and Teacher Centered styles.
- Adult Learners: Balancing Career and College WorkloadsFind tips for adults who have gone back to college to earn a new degree that will help them to avoid feeling overwhelmed. These are practical tips for success that I have used myself.
- Improve Attention to Enhance LearningA look at attention and maximizing adult learning from the perspective of cognitive psychology.
- Master Training Specialist: Building Inclusion in the ClassroomGood educators and trainers will use these specific strategies to help build an environment of inclusion to build class participation.
- Master Training Specialist: Building the Self-directed LearnerIn this article we discuss Grow's theory of growth in building a self directed learner.
- Obama's Map for Education is CriticalPresident Obama has a background in community service that frequently put him in touch with individuals whose K12 education was lacking.
- 3 Ways for Adult Learners to Overcome Writer's BlockWhen the critical voice inside your head won't let you write your college essay, it might be time for a little emotional smack down.
- How to Re-enter CollegeIt is important to get schooled on how to return to school
The Pursuit of Higher Education as an Adult LearnerBasic steps toward improving your learning.- Benefits of Taking an on Line or Guided Study Course to Obtain a BA DegreeOn line courses, guided study courses
- Are You a Presenter, a Facilitator or a Trainer?Defining the difference between Presenter, Facilitator and a Trainer.
- Teaching Computers to Adult LearnersLearning computers does not have to be a difficult journey. Instructors can help ease the tensions between adults and computers. This article will give an instructor some ideas.
Adult Training and EducationWe know one thing for sure: adults and kids learn differently. But what are the best methods of learning and education for adults? Read on for some good ideas on training and educating adult learners.- How to Appeal to the Multiple Intelligences of Your Adult LearnersEducate and motivate your adult learners by appealing to unique needs. Multiple intelligences theory can help teachers and trainers bring out the best in every learner.