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Adult education can mean so many different things these days, but one thing is for sure: it is a bit more complicated to teach a class of adults than it is to teach children. Adults come with preset self-esteems and levels of expertise and confidence, and those can be roadblocks to their learning. Overconfidence in one’s ability to learn can also be a hindrance.
It is also been determined in studies by the California Department of Education that adults need to want the knowledge gained by learning the information. An adult finds it harder to keep on task if they have no interest or reason for wanting to complete the class, or if they cannot see its usefulness in the long term.
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Old habits are hard to break. Previous learning experiences may suddenly be brought back, and sometimes that means reliving a difficult time. Old learning and studying difficulties may come back to the surface.
Studies also show that adults learn better in more relaxed atmospheres where they’re stimulated to learn and feel more comfortable participating. It’s hard for anyone to memorize massive amounts of information, and learning by doing is far more productive for adults. Taking an active role in the learning process is proactive for adult students, and discussion or debate are much more effective learning tools.
