The first class must set the tone for the environment and expectations. Students should have a clear idea of what to expect and to interact with their instructor. 

I learned that adult learners potentially have more to handle outside of their learning environment, and they respect concise instructive, relatability, and flexibility. Encouraging discussions that are engaging and purposeful are key. I plan on applying this to my lesson plans and course outcomes by creating more group discussions by drawing inspiration from my adult learner's own experiences.