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Faculty perspectives guide for adult learner success: How faculty support adult learners in North Carolina community colleges

Year: 2024

Type: report

Abstract: This report explores community college faculty perspectives on supporting adult learners through the Five P Framework—People, Purpose, Pathways, Progress, and Partnerships. Drawing on insights from the NC Reconnect initiative, it highlights strategies for fostering flexible instruction, professional learning, and resource navigation to improve student success. Faculty emphasize the importance of mentorship networks, campus communication, and programs like HI‑PASS to address barriers and enhance engagement. The findings underscore the need for systemic collaboration and tailored approaches to meet the evolving needs of adult learners in North Carolina’s community colleges.

Source: SHAREOK (University of Oklahoma; Oklahoma State University; Central Oklahoma University)

Authors: VanZoest, Emily, Harry, Dion T., Lewis Sessom, Micara, King, Jared, Jaeger, Audrey J.

Language: English

Topic: Higher Education Research Studies

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7126002586

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