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Requejo Osorio, Agustin – Convergence, 2008
This paper deals with specific characteristics of elders,1 bearing in mind both their cognitive and their non-cognitive aspects. Regarding their way of learning, the paper refers to basic principles for this group of people: active learning, situational analysis, their experience, awareness that they have--and need--specific time and rhythm for…
Descriptors: Older Adults, Foreign Countries, Profiles, Adult Educators
Knox, Alan B. – VocEd, 1981
Examines differences in teaching adults as compared to younger learners. Discusses variations in background and expectations, reasons for taking courses, applying what is learned, fears of not fitting into school settings, and fears of not achieving. (CT)
Descriptors: Adult Educators, Adult Learning, Adult Programs, Adult Students
Huddleston, Thomas, Jr.; Hendry, Mary – College Board Review, 1983
Recommendations are given for colleges wishing to develop adult education programs, including information sources and program ideas. A nontraditional weekend program developed at Saint Xavier College as a time-intensive baccalaureate curriculum is described. (MSE)
Descriptors: Adult Programs, Bachelors Degrees, Higher Education, Information Sources
A Report of the Seminar on the Role of Voluntary Agencies in the National Adult Education Programme.

Maitra, S. N. – Indian Journal of Adult Education, 1979
Presents recommendations from a January 1979 seminar held in Bengal, India, of representatives from different voluntary agencies associated with the national adult education program. Three groups discussed program components (literacy, awareness, and functionality), integrating development with adult education, voluntary agencies and government…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Programs, Agency Role, Community Development