Adult Learners in Higher Education
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What percentage of college dropouts leave for non-academic reasons?

  • 50%
  • 80%
  • 72% (correct)
  • 60%

What is a common challenge faced by non-traditional students?

  • Academic challenges
  • Making friends with traditional students
  • Paying for college (correct)
  • Finding parking on campus

What is a limitation of traditional college programs according to the text?

  • Limited online courses
  • Limited after-hours classes and services (correct)
  • Limited extracurricular activities
  • High tuition fees

What is a characteristic of modern student support according to the text?

<p>Mandatory advising that looks more like social work (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of flexible learning strategies?

<p>Milestone credentials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of students have nontraditional characteristics?

<p>70% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of adult learners?

<p>Family-oriented and self-directed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of financial aid recipients are independent?

<p>53% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common challenge faced by adult learners?

<p>Having to balance life responsibilities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of students work full-time?

<p>40% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of a modern student experience?

<p>Flexible learning strategies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of student is likely to require off-hours support and may face challenges in feeling a sense of belonging?

<p>Adult Degree Completers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary value that adult learners typically seek from education?

<p>The skills learned quickly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about Professional Graduate Students?

<p>They are focused on career supports and networking (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of Multimodal Undergraduates?

<p>They are likely to have access to on-campus services (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge that institutions may face when supporting adult learners?

<p>Recognizing the diverse needs and expectations of adult learners (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Adult Degree Completers?

<p>Looking for fast, flexible, and convenient degrees (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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