The pie charts compare the percentage of students enrolled in seven courses at an adult education center in 1985 and this year, highlighting changes in course popularity. Overall, the enrollment patterns have shifted, with some courses disappearing and new ones emerging, while others experienced increases or decreases in popularity.
Fitness and dance courses attracted 22% of students in both years, showing no change. While modern languages were the most popular course in 1985, with 24% of enrollments, this figure dropped significantly to 17% this year. Similarly, art experienced a slight decline, from 17% in 1985 to 15% this year.
In 1985, local history and music appreciation courses accounted for 15% and 8% of enrollments, respectively, but they no longer have any students. In contrast, IT, which was not offered in 1985, has emerged as the most popular course, now attracting 27% of students. Additionally, enrollment in the cookery course rose from 14% in 1985 to 19% this year.