Adult Learner Experience Gallery Walk

Have you ever wondered how our adult learners navigate their paths?

We invite you to take a special journey thoughtfully curated to immerse us in the rich and varied experiences of adult learners. Take your time and give yourself space for reflection. Be aware of the insights and the experiences shared around you as we digitally walk through each poster… uncovering the demographics, unique challenges, and triumphs of our adult students.

As we move from one poster to the next, feel the impact of each student’s story, each piece of data, and each reflection. Imagine the small adjustments in our teaching methods, the flexibility, and the support we provide, weaving into the intricate tapestry of their academic journeys. With each step, let us reflect on how we can collectively break down barriers, foster resilience, and create a truly inclusive learning environment within our classrooms.

Digital Experience Navigation:

This is the digital version of the experience. You will be presented each part of the gallery walk step by step. At the bottom of your screen, there is a “PREVIOUS” button and a “PLAY” button at the bottom left, and a “NEXT” button at the bottom right corner. Click the “NEXT” or “PLAY” button to move to the next step of the gallery walk. Click the “PREVIOUS” button to return to the previous step. You can view each poster or piece of student artwork up close by clicking on it in the video. This will open up a new window, which can be scaled to your view. When you are finished with that poster, you can close the window to return to the experience.

Hosting the Installation:

This installation aims to foster a deeper understanding of adult learners to lift student voices on campus, identify opportunities for improved support, and inspire actions to enhance their educational experience. It was designed so colleges can easily create an interactive engagement experience to seek and implement specific student recommendations for campus engagement and learning innovations. Each college is encouraged to customize this opportunity. To host the Adult Learner Experience installation at your college, please fill out this Request Form.

You can access printable files of the Adult Learner Experience Gallery walk, including a High Impact Practices handout, in our openNCCC resource “Adult Learner Experience".