As adjunct instructors, we have the exciting opportunity to participate in and facilitate the learning processes of others, specifically adult students. As facilitators in learning for the adult student, it is imperative that we have a firm grasp as to how adult students learn if we are to be effective facilitators. Cross (1981) states that "When we talk about how children learn, we often focus on the developmental stages that children go through as they mature. Adults likewise go through developmental stages which can be grouped chronologically or sociologically (i.e. grouped according to socially defined roles of adults)." This statement by Cross reinforces the importance for instructors to ensure that their instructional style involves wrapping together their personality and competencies into a presentation format that will inform, encourage, and instruct each student. Do you any advice as to how a relatively new instructor can identify and develop an effective instructional style?