As job requirements continue to change and workers seek to adapt to the changing employment market, more adults who already have bachelor's degrees are returning to college to further their education. Elizabeth Dore told the Daily News Tribune that returning to university to earn a master's degree in mathematics was "a good choice". "I spend a lot of time at the library and writing papers, but the people and professors have been great and I think it's been worthwhile. I'm gaining a deeper understanding of the foundations of math," she remarked. Meanwhile, dean Janet Castleman encouraged people of any age to consider returning to school and learning more, saying: "We welcome all applicants." Many adults find that they are better prepared for education when they return to university, as they tend to be more self-directed, use their experiences as a resource, are used to practical problem-solving and have an intrinsic motivation to learn. Website Study Guides and Strategies suggests that adult learners should make sure they have a goal in mind before embarking on higher education, as well as seeking to develop a rapport with instructors that will help further these goals.  |