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Benefits and Barriers
(Adult Learners' Point of View)
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Some Benefits of education:
Increased Wages and Job security
Ability to keep a job
Ability to get a better Job
Self esteem/status
Control of life
Personal happiness/goals
Good role models for their children
Some Barriers that adult learners face:
Career, family and financial responsibilities
Rigid schedules - limited time
Affordability (real and perceived)
Not academically prepared - lack self confidence
Lack of information and services
Inconvenient/Inflexible course offerings
Lack of transportation
Available and affordable childcare
Negative experiences in high school or other educational
settings
Values - “don't get above your raisin”
Fear of failure
Return on investment due to lack of jobs (particularly
in rural settings)
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