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What is Fortitude

Chapter 67
Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technologies and Adult Education Integration
Mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, danger, or temptation courageously.
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Barriers to Adult Education Participation, Distance Education, and Adult Learning
E. Paulette Isaac (University of Missouri-St. Louis, USA)
Copyright: © 2011 |Pages: 13
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-61692-906-0.ch067
Abstract
Volumes of research exist which explains adults’ participation in adult education. Research suggests that adults participate in adult education for a variety of reasons. Nonetheless, adults also face a variety of barriers to their participation. Whether in a traditional or distance education format, adults may confront barriers to their learning. Now that technology plays such an important role in adult learning, new and returning adults may find additional barriers. Some barriers are within learners’ control. On the other hand, institutions can take measures to eliminate other barriers and enhance learning.
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