Complex individuals and groups

Adults are complex individuals; individuals in a learning group tend to have highly divergent needs but tend to learn more effectively in social settings. Considering the complexity and homogeneity of adults implies that learning programs should be flexible and adaptable enough to meet the divergent needs of individual learners, which may affect the time, place, pace, and learning modality. A positive learning environment in which the learner is a member rather than a student should provide regular and constructive feedback that continuously helps the learner to recognize the value of the learning to his or her personal experience.