Adult learners: 4 important ways to better support them
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When higher education leaders ask me how they can more effectively integrate and support the growing number of adults enrolling in their institutions, I suggest they go back to school to gain a deeper understanding of adult learners’ challenges and needs.
Unfortunately, returning to school while working in higher education (or any industry) is often not feasible, so I am sharing the insights I gained from earning my doctorate as an only parent while serving as a school dean. This experience has profoundly influenced every step of my career in higher education.
Originally published: October 17, 2024
Author: Constance St. Germain
Position: President
Institution: Capella University
Published by: University Business