Adult Diversity and General Education.

Clark, F. Thomas

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Publication Date: 1989

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Adult Diversity and General Education.

Clark, F. Thomas

Equity and Excellence, v24 n3 p46-48 Fall 1989

Summarizes the following differences between adult learners and more "traditional" college age students: (1) chronology; (2) developmental progression; (3) motivation; (4) learning style; and (5) intellectual development. Discusses the debate concerning general education. Discusses the necessity of accommodating the needs of the students and ways this can be accomplished. (JS)

Descriptors: Adult Students, Cognitive Style, Course Content, Critical Thinking, General Education, Higher Education, Individual Differences, Individualized Instruction, Intellectual Development, Nontraditional Students, Student Centered Curriculum, Student Needs, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General

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Language: English

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Note: Special issue with the title, "Adult Learners in Higher Education."