Responding to Adult Learners in Higher Education

This handbook for higher and adult education practitioners integrates current research and practice concerning the admission, entry, service support, and retention of adult students. Key discussions center on the characteristics of adult students, recruitment strategies, academic advisement, assessment options, and the possibility of community. Appendices include a list of professional organizations and a workshop outline. The authors teach adult education courses in American universities. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR