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My day job consist of teaching computer and creative writing classes to senior citizens at my local college, a job I truly love. I am also attending college working towards my BS in Administrative Services. At 50+ this has indeed been a challenge.

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Education > Alternative Education (Other) Education system needs to train for job skills: 1 of 4
My first experience with technical/adult education came at the age of 44 when the plant I was working at closed. My philosophy on Adult and Career Education stems from my personal experience as a student and as a current instructor of adult education.As an educational entity, I believe the primary focus of vocational institut... More..
Education > Secondary School Issues How much education is enough to succeed: 5 of 10
The Hurdles Are Many"The plant's closing. In two weeks I'll be out of a job," My husband gathered the pages scattered on the table. "Honey, calm down. This isn't a bad severance package." "I know; it will even pay for me to go to college. What, I'm supposed to do forget work and go back to school at 43, with a teenager to rai... More..
Education > Adult Education Adult education 101: 15 of 25
Educational Opportunities for Adult LearnersOne only has to look at The National Center for Education Statistics(NCES) to realize that adult learners are no longer a minority. With the economic challenges we face today many adults are realizing a need to further their education. Some are discovering they need to return to the... More..
Education > Adult Education Tips for teaching adult learners instead of younger learners: 21 of 29
There are three necessary requirements for teaching adult learners opposed to younger learners. First you must have and show patience. As an instructor for Learning in Retirement Classes at a local college the number one praise I receive from my students is "I really appreciate your patience." Patience is not necessary becaus... More..