Several years ago, I tried pursuing a second master's degree at an institution of higher learning with degree programs designed for traditionally aged students. My first master's was a successful ...

A $10,000 prize from the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities and the Coalition of Urban Serving Universities (USU) will fund a summer bridge program for adult learners at Wichita State ...

Research shows that adults often enter college with a goal in mind, such as a career pivot, additional education in their current industry or completion of a degree they previously started. But ...

Pedagogy that prioritizes persistence is not just good teaching--it’s a commitment to equity, access, and the transformative power of education Editor’s note: This article is part of Teaching the ...

As more colleges face the reality of a declining traditional student population, there’s a common belief that adult students are where the growth is. But the reality is more complicated. There are ...

Adults lead complex lives with limits on the amount of time they have to engage in formal learning. This reality, combined with the amount of effort and practice needed to develop one’s literacy ...

Luzerne County Community College hosted the 36th annual Outstanding Adult Learner Award reception on April 29, 2025, celebrating the inspiring achievements of adult learners in the region. The LCCAHE ...

Burrell High School profiles students — but not in the way you might think. All students take a survey at the beginning of the year that asks what motivates them, how they learn best, their strengths, ...