Discusses aberrant, or disruptive, behavior in an industrial/business, classroom-based, instructor-led training setting. Three examples of aberrant behavior are described, typical case studies are provided for each, and preventive (long-term) and corrective (on-the-spot) strategies for dealing with the problems are discussed. (LRW)

Reviews changes in the approach to language learning that have taken place during the past 50 years. A new relationship between cognition and language has led to new ways of researching language learning and indicates the need for new curriculum that meet the needs of the adult second language learner. (76 references) (Author/OD)

As the proportion of older students grows, it will become crucial to develop methods of instruction acknowledging and creatively unifying the varieties of experience to be found in such diverse groups. (JOW)

Reviews research on adult and continuing education in Ireland in the categories of liberal, social, vocational, certification, and interventionist. Examines participation, motivation, characteristics of adult learners, and outcomes. Suggests that the scope of research be widened to encompass ideology, stratification, power, and social control. (SK)

Collected demographic and educational history data from 1,024 adults receiving career counseling from university program. Results suggest that adults who seek help from such a program tend to be female, married, living within 30 miles of campus, and between the ages of 21 and 40. Analysis of age and gender data provided support for specialized…

Surveys at four universities examined the demographic and motivational characteristics of adult learners in health education undergraduate professional preparation programs. Most students were Caucasian females ages 40-45 who wanted to work in the field. Location, convenience of course times, and university reputation were the main reasons for…

Discusses how to design interactive video materials for adult learners. Highlights include capabilities of interactive video; characteristics of adult learners; allowing adults to set their own goals; establishing a need to know; linking new information to prior knowledge; and individual responsibility for learning.(LRW)

Provides suggestions and concerns for integrating open learning and distance education concepts into a course designed for adult lifelong learners. Topics include a shift in educational paradigms from teacher-centered to learner-centered approaches, constructivism, restructuring the social context, and the use of media. (LRW)

In the rush to use technology for instructional delivery, the support and guidance needs of adult students, especially those with low levels of education, can be neglected. A student-centered approach should start where people are and technology should be used when appropriate. (SK)

Surveyed nontraditional college students (those over age 25) concerning barriers encountered in pursuit of their college education. Findings from 100 nontraditional students suggest that older students have needs which are not addressed by institutions. Greatest identified hindrances to degree attainment were financial problems and academic…

Discusses how literary texts can be used with elementary and lower intermediate language students. A series of tasks and activities for exploiting three different poems is then presented. The types of task and activity aim not only to help teachers overcome the difficulties of using literature at this level but also to extend the students'…

The following methods can increase the academic success of adults from diverse populations: focus on how educational circumstances are experienced by individuals, not broad groups; maximize time spent on tasks related to course/degree requirements; and reduce student costs in terms of time, money, frustration, and stress. (SK)

Investigation and study of the mutualities among andragogy, interactive courseware, and distance education will benefit educators in providing adult learners with the most effective education; knowledge gained will ensure that instruction is consistent with the principles of andragogy and capitalizes on the merits of courseware. (AEF)

A survey of enrolled students and withdrawers from a certificate program at the University of Exeter showed that this type of provision is meeting the needs of adults who have not previously benefited from higher education. (SK)

Describes changes in the self-esteem of learners in a General Educational Development (GED) class. The purpose of this action research was to improve practice and learner outcomes. (Author)