Varying your teaching techniques can ensure that your lesson appeals to the different types of learners you encounter in the adult education classroom.

For instance, many adult learners lack confidence in an educational setting and are often more comfortable working in small groups than as individuals. Small group work can give all learners an opportunity to participate without fear of embarrassment.

Still other learners may not be able to sit still for long periods of time. Including activities that allow them to leave their seats will appeal to the kinesthetic learners in your class.

In the video "Model Lesson: Teacher Interview: Setting the Classroom Environment," adult education instructor Duane Lambert discusses specific techniques he uses to create a comfortable classroom environment.

Incorporating various activities into your lessons will help both you and your learners to have a more productive classroom experience.

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