Facilitating Learning with Adult Students in the Transcultural Classroom

Abstract

This chapter discusses the “new” college classroom, looking at the profile of an adult student, what is meant by transculturalism, and the implications of the combination of the two. A series of guidelines are offered for facilitating learning for this diverse group of students. While offering a review of some previous empirical research on the issues of adult students, multiculturalism, and transculturalism, this chapter primarily reflects the author's experiences in working with this population. Also offered are recommendations for future research.