Abstract

This paper analyses the reasons for the dropouts of adult learners from the equivalency classes under non-formal education conducted by Kerala Saksharata Mission. Kerala State Literacy Mission (KSLMA) is a registered society- sponsored by the government of Kerala, which coordinates and implements the adult and continuing education programs of the state. Statistical survey method like preparation of questionnaire is used in this paper and the data is collected from two types of respondents like the adult learners and their teachers. Based on this study, I find that above 50% of the adults learners are drop outs from the class due to many reasons. The suggestion to improve and overcome this problem is to create a suitable atmosphere in the class by giving maximum facilities in the class rooms and financial support. The Socio –economic status of the adult learners is the main reason of dropouts from the adult education centres.