Making it worth the stay: findings from the New England Adult Learner Persistence Project

Publisher: New England Literacy Resource Center/World Education

Published At: Boston, MA

Date Published: 2009

Distributor: New England Literacy Resource Center/World Education

Source Address: 44 Farnsworth Street

Source City/State/Zip: Boston MA 02210

Phone: 617.482.9485

Material Type: Research/Technical Report

Intended Audience: General

Physical Media: Print

Physical Description: 104 p.

Subjects: Adult Students; Persistence; Educational Strategies

Abstract:
This project details persistence strategies and learner outcomes from 18 adult education programs in five New England States. Learner needs identified were: sense of belonging and community; clarity of purpose; human agency (self-direction); building competence; relevance of the program; and stability (consistent programming). Persistence strategies are discussed in four categories: intake and orientation; instruction; counseling and peer support; and re-engagement.

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