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To Better Serve Adult Learners, Eliminate the Barriers Between Work and Learning

Edsurge

Department of Education forecasts that by 2027, postsecondary enrollment among adults will grow by just 1 percent, compared to a 5 percent growth rate for more traditionally-aged students. Working adults are self-directed, bring experience into the classroom and prefer learning that is practical and problem-centered.

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Education Technology and the 'New Economy'

Hack Education

.” Microsoft acquired Minecraft in 2015 – which probably speaks volumes right there about its progressive potential – and in January of this year, Microsoft bought TeacherGaming, the maker of a Minecraft version aimed at classroom usage. We’ve seen this before in the MOOC world. Only “1.86