Addressing the Needs of Adult Learners

The American Association of State Colleges and Universities recently published the article, "Addressing the Needs of the Adult Learner in the February 2006 Policy Matters section of the journal. According to the article, one-third of the current student population is 25 years or older. The author examines the "distinct set of goals, views and needs" of the adult learner in post-secondary education and provides valuable resources for adult learners and educators.