For adults aged 21 yrs and above
Needs revolve around lifelong learning, career advancement, personal enrichment,
and practical life skills. These needs are shaped by individual goals, professional
demands, and changing life circumstances.
Professional Development and Workplace Skills
Continuing education: Tutorials in advanced technical subjects, certifications,
business management, digital skills, and upskilling for career growth.
Communication and leadership: Training in public speaking, collaboration, conflict
resolution, and organizational behavior for workplace and personal success.
Critical thinking and adaptability: Sessions for problem-solving, analytical reasoning,
navigating complex systems, and embracing change.
Life Skills for Independent Living
Financial literacy: Managing finances, investing, tax planning, insurance, and
retirement preparations.
Health literacy: Nutrition, wellness routines, disease prevention, and medical self-care
for healthy living.
Digital literacy: Cybersecurity, online privacy, responsible internet use, and adapting to
technology changes.
Personal Enrichment and Lifelong Learning
Pursuing hobbies: Music, arts, languages, creative writing, cooking, and other interests
through tutorials and online courses.
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness: Personal development sessions for stress
management, mindfulness, and building resilience.
Civic and social engagement: Workshops on legal rights, community participation,
sustainability, and social skills.
Approaches for Adult Education
Self-directed and goal-oriented: Adults prefer autonomy, relevance, and practical
applicability in sessional learning.
Integrated and contextualized learning: Real-world case studies, project-based
activities, and active problem-solving methods.
Flexible formats: Online courses, evening classes, short workshops, and blended
learning modalities to suit diverse schedules.
