The similarities and differences between these two, often interchanged, terms are discussed along with examples of both types of education.

Feb 1, 2011 - David R. Wetzel

Independent students and parents who pay college expenses may qualify for higher education tax deductions or credits when they file their federal income tax returns.

Feb 8, 2010 - David R. Wetzel

Games and group activities designed to help adult students develop a cohesive dynamic group process at the beginning or during adult learning events.

Dec 28, 2009 - David R. Wetzel

An overview of learning and physical disability resources are described for all adult learners enrolled in higher education courses designed to achieve educational goals.

Nov 2, 2009 - David R. Wetzel

15 factors which influence adult learning, course design, and classroom teaching are presented and discussed providing strategies for supporting continuing education.

Sep 21, 2009 - David R. Wetzel

Science, technology, engineering, and math education programs are increasing the number of adults entering career fields with a critical shortage of workers.

Aug 28, 2009 - David R. Wetzel

Whether defined as an "orientation" or a "theory", studies have been made on how and why adults learn. These organize existing observation and indicate new directions.

Jul 17, 2009 - Lissa Davis

In this April 14, 2009 interview with Mary Norton, she focuses on recently published research that recommends integrating arts into adult learning environments.

Apr 23, 2009 - Anna Reitman

Online colleges and courses have made it easy for an adult to continue her education while still working full or part time. Which online course of study is right for you?

Jan 8, 2009 - Denise Oliveri

Choosing to continue education is often full of purpose. Ask yourself these important questions before you take this big step.

Dec 23, 2008 - Denise Oliveri

Returning to education as a mature student can be daunting. Many people feel they do not have the time or money to study, or would not meet the entry requirements.

Nov 4, 2008 - Sarah V Reid

Distance education provides adults flexible and technological choices for improving their professional and personal knowledge in their field of expertise or a new field.

Jul 23, 2008 - David R. Wetzel

Community education and professional development courses can help adult learners make the transition back into the classroom.

Jul 17, 2007 - Dee Dee Smith

Writing a thesis can be intimidating for adult students: Continuing Education writing skills can be more easily developed by following the same process every time.

Feb 24, 2007 - Pam Sissons

Adult education classes differ in some ways compared to typical college classes. Most adults who take these classes have specific needs for continuing education.

Dec 3, 2008 - Denise Oliveri

One of the biggest challenges that teachers in adult centers of learning are facing is how to manage classroom diversity.

Aug 29, 2010 - Carmen Paduraru

Writing strategies for completing a variety of written assignments are provided for both in-class and out-of-class work adult learners complete in college courses.

Nov 5, 2009 - David R. Wetzel

Ten strategies focusing on techniques and skills that help adult learners become successful in physics, chemistry, biology, and geology college courses are discussed.

Nov 4, 2009 - David R. Wetzel

Adult learners are demanding more convenient continuing education opportunities from colleges and these schools of higher education are changing to meet their demand.

Oct 20, 2009 - David R. Wetzel