BSD Discussion Description:  This facilitated discussion will address the topic of how adult learners represent an expanding enrollment opportunity for public colleges and universities at a time when the traditional student pipeline is declining. Adult learners may be starting or restarting their post-secondary education to attain industry relevant job certifications or to build upon prior earned credits and complete a degree program leading to a new career.

How are Massachusetts public higher education institutions envisioning the needs of adult learners for industry aligned programs, technology enhanced learning and support services to promote student success?

30 minutes