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This high-level paper examines adult literacy education through use of technology. According to the study, this approach enhances the learning experience and outcomes of the adult learner. This is accomplished through technological aides in the classroom and in distance learning initiatives. The adult literacy programs were implemented in order to train and retrain adult workers in order to optimize the workforce. The findings of this study also show that the adult learner and the world-at-large benefits from this enhancement in the educational provision of the adult literacy learner.

Table of Contents:
Discussion of Literature Reviewed
Findings of the Study
Limitations of the Study
Recommendations of the Study
Bibliography

From the Paper
"This research proposes that just as an adult must be literate in the languages, technology is in essence a language as well in which literacy acquisition begets the acquisition of literacy, which may indeed be transferable across-literacy just as language principles are transferable across language learning for the bilingual student. Technology is global in nature and is that spoken worldwide in many initiatives, efforts and processes. Technology is 'key' in adult literacy acquisition both in terms of the tools and aides provided and in the acquisition of the language of technology as well. "

Tags:adult, literacy, technology, computers, empowerment

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The paper notes that the diversity of students enrolled in continuing education (CE) classes makes it difficult to identify and promote a single education strategy. This research paper explores issues of motivation in adult students who are participants in Adult Basic Education and Continuing Education programs. This is done in respect to how CE programs can motivate adult students and encourage retention.

Tags:adult, motivation, student

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The paper reveals that adult illiteracy rates are quite high in Canada, and these high rates have been stable over the last 10 years. This paper examines the factors that have contributed to adult illiteracy including the education system and the economic environment. The paper recommends policies that take into acount adult learning, poverty and childhood drop out rates in schools that will enhance adult literacy in Canada.

From the Paper
"The adult literacy rate in Canada has not improved over the last several decades. Reports that estimate the number of adults that have literacy skills below the level that is needed to function well at work, school and in every day life have found that that approximately 42% of adults have literacy skills below that which is required to benefit from the opportunities that are available for economic, educational attainment (Canadian Council on Learning, 2007). This paper will explore the reasons for the high level of illiteracy in Canada and will suggest strategies to improve literacy in adults that takes into account the economic,..."

Tags:adult, literacy, education

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This paper first defines the adult learner and compares that definition with that for the non-traditional student. The paper then address three of the challenges that face the adult learner: work demands, family demands and cognitive changes. Next, this paper addresses some of the ways that schools are assisting adult learners in meeting these challenges. The paper then concludes with some discussion on the writer's experience as an adult learner.

From the Paper
"The adult learner is becoming a more common sight in today's classrooms. At one time most common in continuing education classes, adult learners are now returning to school to get their bachelor's degree or master's degree. And interestingly, many of these learners are there because they want to be, not because an employer sent them to learn new skills. There are some challenges, however, that face the adult learner. Many times such students are involved in complex careers that place demands on their time. At other times, they may have families that need attention. And if adult learners are old enough, they may actually face cognitive challenges to the learning process. This paper will first define the adult learner, comparing that definition with that for the non-traditional student."

Tags:adult, nontraditional, learners

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In this paper, the writer looks at the theoretical foundation of adult learning theory and the practical application of adult learning theory. The professional orientation using evaluation of learning environment and the technical application are examined in this article. The writer discusses student centered involvement in the learning process and adult learning theory. Further, the writer looks at a personal philosophy considering ethical standards.

From the Paper
"Learning can be broadly defined as the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge. However, learning can take place over a lifetime and consideration of the lifespan stages has produced discrete specialties in education. One of these is adult learning which Knowles, Holton and Swanson define as learning that occurs in adulthood, late adulthood, middle age and the older stages of life. The authors further note that in order to fully understand adult learning, it is necessary to understand several concepts ... "

Tags:Must define the following, Theoretical foundation of adult learning theory, Practical application of adult learning theory, professional orientation using evaluation of learning environment, The technical application, Student centered involvement in the

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In this paper, the writer discusses that the evolution from video games being part of the stereotypical teenager culture is incorrect, and poses many questions about the evolving adult nature of gaming in its short history. The writer describes that the technological advances of the home computer were engineered and developed by adults, which was then marketed for a younger audience. The writer maintains however, that the nature of "adult content" geared the industry toward a more violent and sexually aggressive visual production that was forced (because of ratings systems) toward adult gamers.

Tags:games, video, adult

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This paper examines the social roots and emancipatory aims of adult educators. The paper encourages all adult educators, including those primarily engaged in vocational training,to be competent practitioners and aware of Canadian traditions in adult education.

From the Paper
"We tend to forget our social roots and emancipatory aims as adult educators. All adult educators, including those primarily engaged in vocational training, need to be competent practitioners and aware of Canadian traditions in adult education. (Scott, Spencer & Thomas, 1998, p. 13) Keeping this perspective in mind, and drawing on course material attached and your own experience, discuss what you think the purpose of adult education should be in the early twenty-first century. We tend to forget our social roots and emancipatory aims as adult..."

Tags:adult, education, society

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This paper defines conditions that may prevent or preclude the adult student's successful participation within an Adult Basic Education (ABE) program. These conditions include self-perceptions as limitations of learning and the influences that are imposed upon the adult student through demands found through family and work influences, as well as demands found in policy making. This essay provides a solid introduction to ABE.

From the Paper
"Adult Basic Education (ABE) is a process through which education is provided to adult students through a curriculum specifically designed to facilitate specialized needs common to adults. While younger students may benefit from the strategies and techniques offered through ABE, the format has been developed in a manner that best utilized the strengths of an adult student and is structured to avoid challenges that may be proposed via external demands placed on the student's classroom experiences or internalized problems that the adult student may have when encountering educational materials. This paper seeks to define conditions that may prevent or preclude the adult student's successful participation within an ABE program."

Tags:adult, basic, education

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The paper relates that adult day care is defined as a planned program providing personal care to adults with physical or emotional difficulties (A new lifeline for older people,.2007, p. 3). The paper explains that it was developed to assist families in taking care of their relatives instead of sending them to institutions such as a nursing home (Femia, Zarit, Stephens, & Greene, 2007, pp. 775-788), and these programs are provided by designated adult day care centers, which are non-residential facilities specializing in providing activities for these individuals ("New York Health", 2008). The paper discusses how they aim not only to promote alternative care by enhancing socialization and self-esteem, but also to assist the families by allowing them to handle other matters while knowing that their relative is well cared for in the facility ("New York Health", 2008).

From the Paper
"Adult day care is defined as a planned program providing personal care to adults with physical or emotional difficulties (A new lifeline for older people,.2007, p. 3) It was developed to assist families in taking care of their relatives instead of sending them to institutions such as a [1]nursing home (Femia,Zarit, Stephens, & Greene, 2007, pp. 775-788). These programs are provided by designated adult day care centers, which are non-residential facilities specializing in providing activities for these individuals ([2]www.nyhealth.gov, 2008). They aim not only to promote alternative care by enhancing socialization and..."

Tags:adult, day, care

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This paper analyzes six learning models used in adult education - the Reflective Judgment by King and Kitchener, the Epistemological Reflection by Magolda, Brockett and Hiemstra's Self Direction model, Garrison's Self Directed Learning, Grow's Staged Self Directed Learning, and Knowles' Self Directed Adult Model. The author describes each model and also discusses the similarities and differences each model have with one another in regard to the cognitive and learning processes of adults.

From the Paper
"In all these different models, one thing is for certain. Heavy emphasis is placed on independent learning and being responsible for one's own learning. With teachers acting as facilitators and guides, it is expected that an adult learner can flourish in any setting. It seems that of all the researchers that have played a role in understanding adult learning processes, Knowles has played a major role in helping us understand it best, but Magolda's is the one that is most similar to everyone else's thoughts on adult learning."

Tags:adult education, independent learning