ED 518 - Adult Education and Development

Institution:

Concordia University-Saint Paul

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Description:

An overview of adult learning theory and development, psychological perspectives of the adult learner, educational implications of the adult system, teaching strategies and program development will be explored. Appropriate roles of leaders in adult education and methods used with adults are analyzed. A planning process for creating, developing, implementing and evaluating adult education programs is utilized. Application is made to adult education in various settings. The service-learning component of this course leads to direct involvement with adults in a variety of diverse learning settings. The graduate level component of this course includes an introduction to research in adult education and the development of an adult education framework. (Prerequisite: upper level standing)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csp.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 641-8278

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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