A nursing faculty member is teaching a class of second-degree students who have an average age of 32. What is important to remember when teaching adult learners?

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Adult learners typically seek knowledge and skills that can be immediately applied in their current roles, so it is important to focus on the practical application of new material.

Answer: B
 Adult learners may experience anxiety about returning to school, particularly if they have been out of an academic setting for an extended period. Providing support and helping to ease anxiety can promote learning.

Answer: C
 While some older students may feel intimidated by the technology or new learning environment, it is not accurate to assume that they will feel inferior in terms of new learning.

Answer: None of the above
 It is not accurate to assume that all students, regardless of age, learn the same. Adult learners have unique characteristics and learning preferences that should be considered when designing instruction.

A Nursing Faculty Member Is Teaching a Class of Second-Degree