• Their time outside of class is limited

• Their first priority may not be your course

• Day care may be an issue

• Knowing why they need to learn what you are teaching is their number one priority

• They have much to contribute, especially in terms of real world applications
  - They want their expertise to be recognized

• They may need reassurance that they can compete in your course
  - Example, if they have been away from formal schooling for some time

• You may need to be more flexible in due dates and timelines

• You will need to be more flexible in your availability to them outside of class
  - With home phone calls or e-mail accessibility

• They need your recognition
  - For you to know their names quickly and appreciate their life experiences

• They want to have input into the content and process of the course
  - Example, what do they need to know? What do they already know?

Faculty wanting further information about any of these topics are encouraged to contact Terry Doyle at doylet@ferris.edu



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