Adult learning is great. It is teaching me new skills and I like that I get to choose. Everyone should be able to do a course in what they want to do and not be forced to do a course just because it is the only one available for them. People with different abilities should have that choice and get the support they need. Having support is really important too. I’d find it difficult to look up courses and fill in forms without support. I have more support as an adult learner now which I actually love.
I’d recommend that other people with different abilities do adult learning. It would benefit you and there’s no need to be nervous. We all have a different ability and it shouldn’t get you down!
This story is Part of the Learners as Leaders activity within AONTAS’ current project ‘Adult and Community Education: Supported Learner Pathways 2020-2021’ as part of the European Agenda for Adult Learning.
