At its most basic, adult education is defined as education for adults who have poor or no skills in basic reading, writing and math skills. The lack of basic education impairs the ability of these adults to effectively function in the workplace, in the family and in society. Adult education training focuses on teaching educators … Read more
An adult education school takes four basic forms, vocational or trade schools, community or junior colleges, traditional 4-year colleges or universities and online schools and courses. An adult education school offers courses ranging from basic math and reading skills to higher education degrees, from personal enrichment classes to guides to entrepreneurship. Vocational and Trade Schools … Read more
Adult education in Canada enjoyed a major growth spurt between 1960 and the early 1990s. In a period of about 20 years, the number of adults enrolled in continuing education in Canada increased from approximately 4% in 1960 to 35% in the early 1990s. In a report published by the Minister of Industry in 2001, … Read more
An adult education course can be found in virtually every subject in the entire spectrum of the education system. Adults are going back to the class room in ever increasing numbers and this trend is increasing each year. This has spawned a new role in the education system, that of the Adult Education Teacher. There … Read more
It is no longer a surprise to see that many matured people are turning to adult education these days. But many people are going about it the wrong way. This article will assist you with useful tips that you can make use of while choosing an adult education college that will suit your needs.Not everyone … Read more
In the past, adult education was viewed mainly as a means for adults who had never completed high school and there were few options available to adults who wished to obtain a high school diploma. There are now more avenues than ever for adults to complete their basic education. Courses that train adults to pass … Read more