GED GED Adult Learner Characteristics & Needs

Question 1

Which term best describes adult learners who return to education after a significant gap from formal schooling?

Accepted Answer

Re-entry learners

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Traditional students

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Gifted learners

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Concurrent enrollees

Question 2

Malcolm Knowles' theory of andragogy emphasizes that adult learners are primarily motivated by:

Accepted Answer

Self-direction and internal motivation

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External rewards and grades

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Peer competition

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Teacher-centered instruction

Question 3

An adult GED learner who works full-time and has children most likely faces which primary barrier to education?

Accepted Answer

Time and scheduling conflicts

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Lack of intellectual ability

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Disinterest in learning

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Language barriers only

Question 4

Which learning characteristic distinguishes adult learners from younger students according to adult education research?

Accepted Answer

Rich prior life experiences that inform learning

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Shorter attention spans

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Greater reliance on memorization

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Less awareness of personal learning goals

Question 5

A GED teacher notices a student struggles with reading comprehension but excels verbally. This most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

A possible learning difference such as dyslexia

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A motivational problem

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Lack of effort

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Overconfidence in abilities

Question 6

Which factor is most important when designing a GED program schedule for working adult learners?

Accepted Answer

Providing flexible evening and weekend options

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Offering only daytime classes

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Requiring full-time attendance

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Limiting class sessions to one per week