In a world where continuous learning is essential, the Indiana Association for Adult and Continuing Education (IAACE) Podcast, “Journey of Adult Learner,” stands as a beacon for adult learners everywhere. This inspiring podcast has delved into the life of Keith Pressley, the 2024 IAACE Essay Contest Winner. Keith has bravely embarked on the path of adult education and has shared some of his trials and tribulations along his journey.
“Journey of Adult Learner” is more than just a podcast; it’s a platform that celebrates adult learners’ resilience, determination, and triumphs. The hope is that the episodes will feature heartfelt stories from individuals who have taken the bold step to return to education, often overcoming significant obstacles along the way. From single parents juggling multiple responsibilities to professionals seeking new skills for career advancement, the podcast hopes to showcase various journeys, highlighting the common thread of perseverance.
How to Get Involved
If you are an adult learner with a story to tell, the IAACE Podcast wants to hear from you! Your unique journey can provide invaluable insights and encouragement to others considering or navigating adult education. Here’s how you can share your story and potentially become a guest on the podcast:
- Reach Out: Contact the IAACE Podcast team via their website or social media channels. Provide an overview of your journey and why you’d like to share your story.
- Prepare Your Story: Think about the key moments in your educational journey. What challenges did you face? What motivated you to keep going? How has adult education transformed your life?
- Submit your Story: You have it prepared now put it into the form at iaace.com/stories/
- Join the Conversation: If selected, you’ll be invited to participate in an episode where you can share your experiences, insights, and advice with a broader audience.
A Plea to All Adult Learners
Your story matters. It can inspire, motivate, and create a ripple effect of positive change. The IAACE Podcast, “Journey of Adult Learner,” is dedicated to amplifying adult learners’ voices and highlighting adult education’s incredible impact.
If you’ve experienced the challenges and rewards of returning to education as an adult, we urge you to share your journey. Your experiences can illuminate the path for others, demonstrating that it’s never too late to learn and grow.
Join us in this mission to celebrate adult education and support each other in our learning journeys. Submit your story today, and let’s continue to build a vibrant community of lifelong learners together.
Why Have Your Students Share Their Story?
Educators having students share their stories can be a powerful catalyst for change. By voicing their experiences, they inspire others and create a supportive community where adult learners can connect, learn, and grow together. Their story might be the encouragement someone needs to take that first step back into education or the motivation to keep going when it gets tough. We urge you to include the IAACE Podcast: Journey of an Adult Learner in your classroom and include the plea for them to share their story.
For information on how to share your story or to listen to past episodes, visit the IAACE Podcast website or follow us on social media. Your journey could be the next inspiring story featured on “Journey of Adult Learner.
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