How to Motivate Adult Students – A Few Ground Rules

1. Have a serious program and stick to it. The adult learners might complain, but stick to your reasoning about doing homework, coming to class on time, etc.

2. Bring in a lot of humor and a positive attitude into the classroom. It helps break the ice and adults really appreciate an instructor who is emotionally intelligent while imparting knowledge.

3. Supplement your instruction with various other side activities like worksheets or diversifying the curriculum with a computer program if you have a computer lab.

4. Bring a lot of love and care. Show them that you are on their side.