Periodical for research & scholarship # Phoenix Scholar Vol. 6, Issue 1 [Browse all issues](/research/publications/phoenix-scholar.html) Special Edition ## Volume 6, Issue 1 In this special edition of Phoenix Scholar, we focus on exploring adult learners’ teaching and learning challenges and approaches. We included a collection of interesting manuscripts from the University of Phoenix leaders, faculty members, students, and graduates. The authors explored various approaches to improve online education and better serve adult learners. [Download this issue (PDF)](/content/dam/edu/research/doc/phoenix-scholar/vol-6-issue-1.pdf) --- ## Featured articles in this issue - _Using a Custom Authoring Online Product to Create (Education) Theory-Informed Online Asynchronous Learning Environments_by J. Kelly, J. Bruno, & S. Hadley - _Design 2.0 Innovative Curriculum Initiative, Part 1: Evaluating Implementation Using the Developmental Evaluation Approach_by N. L. Stackhouse - _Feedback Strategies and Modalities in Online Higher Education_by A. Larson, M. Kebritchi, M. Vianna, & E. Young - _Student Choice and Self-Directed Learning for the College Student_by N. Baker - _Challenges and Strategies for Teaching Online Courses_by P. L. Munson & J. Cardwell - _The Case for Virtual HyFlex in Adult Online Education: A Case Study_by A. C. Lawlor - _Recommendations to Increase Nontraditional Student Online Retention_by D. R. Kish - _Fostering a Growth Mindset Among Doctoral Students through Motivation and Learning Theories_by J. M. Lang - _Belonging: More Than a New Buzzword_by J. Buchanan  - _Online Doctoral Students’ Attrition through the Lens of Retention Models: A Path for New Models_by J. M. Lang - _Integrating Technology in the College and Organizational Classroom: Impact on Adult Learners_by J. A. Overbey - _The Disequilibrium of Work-Life Balance and Moderating Work Self Efficacy_by E. Bean - _Intercultural Sensitivity and Organizational Leadership in Higher Education_by L. Shoatz - _Virtual Technology-Based Distance Learning: A Solution to the Crisis of Nigeria’s Admission into Higher Institution_by P. A. Baba - _Benefits and Challenges of Online Education for Adult Learners: Learning New Tricks_by P. E. Darbyshire & M. Navarro - _Education 4.0 and the Metaverse: Benefits & Challenges by S. Veera Don’t Fear AI: Embrace Its Power_by S. Markle - _Comparing Soft Skills in Higher Education with Industry’s Want List for Remote Work_by O. Miller - _Reskilling or Upskilling? What Employers Need to Know about Empowering Long-term Employee Potential_by E. Bean - _Online Education: Risks and Challenges_by F. Kardasz  - _Facilitating Adult Education: Lessons Acquired from “Double” Distance Learning 2,000 Years Ago_by F. Carr - _Effective Teaching and Learning Strategies: A Reflective Essay_by S. Forrest - _No Looking Back: Trasforming the Learning Landscape with Feedforward_by T. Miller - _Video Clips Tell Stories to Online Students and Enhance Engagement_by C. T. Cheng [Download this issue (PDF)](/content/dam/edu/research/doc/phoenix-scholar/vol-6-issue-1.pdf)[View all issues](/research/publications/phoenix-scholar.html)