As with any public program, it is important to consider the characteristics of adult learners. Remember that adults have very little extra free time. Be considerate of people's time by providing them information they can access easily. Adults looks at new experience based on past experiences. Help them to link the subject to their own lives.
Adults like to choose what and how they learn.
Help them to make their own choices by promoting self-directed learning. Adults learn best in a comfortable environment. By choosing the World Wide Web as your teaching medium, you have already taken a step in the right direction, but be careful not to inundate users with content or design. Thinking about Learning Styles Four basic learning styles have been identified by Bernice McCarthy and David Kolb. It is important to consider these learning styles as well as the general characteristics of adult learners.