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Sappington, Thomas E. – Innovative Higher Education, 1984
Adult educators must establish an emotionally safe learning environment for students to constructively address their fears and empower them to risk change. An atmosphere of mutual respect is the key to adult learning, and teachers can use a variety of attitudes and techniques to create an atmosphere of respect. (MSE)
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Anxiety, Educational Attitudes, Educational Environment