Learning Environment This Is a Research Proposal

Specific teaching strategies are then presented in this article as addressed to each deterrence factor group. As an example, for the groups that suffer from low self-confidence, one strategy might be to make sure, early in the program, that each student knows that his or her own goals are reachable. Make sure they are provided with goals that will be within their reach.

Then the author discusses five real cases of successful adult retention programs, and concludes that it takes total commitment on the part of everyone involved in the program to make it work.

Why is This Information Important?

Education of disadvantaged adults increases their literacy to make them employable.It also increases their self-confidence and capability to become a positive contributor to society.

Bibliography

Kerka, S. (1988). Strategies for retaining adult students: The educationally disadvantaged. ERIC digest no. 76. (ED299455). Retrieved July 23, 2009, from ericdigests.org: http://www.ericdigests.org/pre-929/adult.htm......