Keynote Presentation

The Power of Transformation: Equipping Adult Learners for a Changing World

In a time of rapid technological advancement and shifting economic demands, adult educators play a critical role in helping learners navigate uncertainty and seize new opportunities. Join an experienced adult education policy leader for an engaging keynote that highlights the enduring principles—the touchstones—that guide effective teaching and advocacy, even as the world evolves around us.

Discover how emerging research on small businesses, workforce skills, and credentialing can directly support your learners’ goals and strengthen your program’s impact. Gain an accessible overview of the latest federal policy developments shaping adult education nationwide. And explore how the same metacognitive strategies and critical thinking skills you teach every day can help you cut through sensational headlines and better understand the realities of artificial intelligence (AI).

You’ll leave this session informed, energized, and equipped with practical insights to empower your learners and elevate the adult education field.