
Appropriate as the core text in study skills and orientation programs offered in the continuing education department or,as an independent text for self-study this text prepares adult students for the basic learning problems they may encounter as they return to school. The second edition expands the coverage of many topics,and features new self-study exercises.
How can adult learners effectively navigate the unique challenges of returning to an academic environment after a significant hiatus? Jerry Apps, a recognized authority in adult education, provides a structured framework designed to address the specific cognitive and logistical hurdles faced by non-traditional students. By synthesizing pedagogical theory with practical application, the text serves as a guide for both institutional orientation programs and individual self-directed learning.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Educators frequently utilize this text as a foundational resource for continuing education orientation programs. Readers note that the prose is accessible and specifically tailored to the psychological and practical needs of the adult learner demographic.
Page Count:
237
Publication Date:
1978-01-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill
ISBN-10:
0070021635
ISBN-13:
9780070021631
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