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Taber, Nancy; Woloshyn, Vera; Munn, Caitlin; Lane, Laura – Adult Learning, 2014
In this article, we discuss how our analysis of several popular culture artifacts featuring "super" women characters (superheroes and supernatural) provided the foundation for a media discussion group for female college students with learning exceptionalities. We explore the use of popular culture in discussion groups as well as discuss…
Descriptors: Popular Culture, College Students, Females, Gender Issues
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Taylor, Gwen; Heflin, David – Adult Learning, 2015
In this article, Gwen Taylor describes the West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) groundbreaking program, "Accelerating Opportunity" (AO), which targeted students who are deficient in math, reading, or writing. The program uses the Washington State Board for Community & Technical Colleges' (2013) Integrated Basic…
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Community Colleges, Technical Institutes, Acceleration (Education)
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Konicek, Vince – Adult Learning, 1996
Describes new and innovative classroom techniques that incorporate an understanding of adult students in the postsecondary classroom. The four basic elements for an adult-centered classroom are meaningful tasks, interactive learning, choices, and a supportive atmosphere. (Author/JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Classroom Environment, College Students, Postsecondary Education