Adult Education

ADE 5560 Instructional Systems Development (3)
    This course emphasizes systematically developed course design. Special attention is given to learning and instructional systems theory.
ADE 6600 Foundations of Adult Education (3)
    An overview of adult education to give an understanding of characteristics of adults as learners as well as the history, philosophy, and nature of adult education. Includes exposure to fundamental adult education concepts such as lifelong learning, self-directed learning, and contract learning.
ADE 6605 Computer Based Instructional Technologies (3)
    This graduate level advanced survey course is designed to prepare students to use classroom adaptable technologies. Emphasis is given to historical and social context, computer systems, software, hardware, and curriculum adaptation.
ADE 6606 Current and Emerging Instructional Technologies (3)
    This course focuses on current and emerging instructional technologies. The emphasis of this class is on the instructional use of production software, desktop publishing, graphics, hypermedia, on-line services, optical technology, and telecommunications. Prerequisite: ADE 6605 or permission of instructor
ADE 6608 Curriculum Integration of Technology (3)
    The purpose of this course is to prepare students to apply knowledge and competency in instructional technologies in relation to curriculum design, diverse models, and teaching situations at all developmental levels. Included is evaluation of software, audio/visual production, and instructional design using technology as a basis for instruction.
ADE 6617 Seminar in Personnel Planning and Leadership (3)
    A study of literature and research pertinent to adult education in areas of planning and leadership.
ADE 6620 Seminar in Communication and Human Relations (3)
    An investigation of literature and research related to verbal and nonverbal communication, listening, and human relations appropriate to adult education.
ADE 6630 Programs for Adult Education (3)
    A study of current concepts and objectives of adult education programs, courses and activities. Includes study of adult education programs and agencies serving diverse adult learners.
ADE 6653 Educational Evaluation (3)
    The course presents basic procedures used in evaluation. A major focus is on planning and constructing teacher-made tests and non-test evaluation techniques.  Also includes study of a variety of standardized tests.
ADE 6670 Psychological Foundations of the Adult Learner (3)
    An in-depth study of research findings and philosophical concepts related to the nature of adult learners and learning process; principles of motivation and effective instructional design geared toward adult learners; and social and cultural influences on adult learning.  Emphasis will be given to the understanding of critical and variable attributes of adult learners.
ADE 6674 Methods and Strategies for Teaching Adults (3)
    A study of methods and formats used in organizing educational materials for adult learners. Emphasis is given to designing effective instruction which matches methods and strategies to educational demands.
ADE 6680 Curriculum Development for Adult Education (3)
    A study of concepts, learning theories, materials, and media related to curriculum and program development in adult education.
ADE 6691 Research Methodology (3)
    The study and evaluation of research methods commonly used in the social sciences.  The course will provide information necessary to understand and apply research processes, synthesize knowledge and writing, and plan and organize research problems for interpretation and application of research results.  Application of these skills in the form of a written project using the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA) is required. (A grade of “B”  or better is required)
ADE 6694 Special Problems in Adult Education (1-3)
    A study of problem or problems using research techniques. Selection of problem to be approved by student’s adviser and instructor under whom study is to be made. Study should contribute to student’s program. Preparation of scholarly paper or project required and may involve oral defense.
ADE 6696, Practicum in Adult Education (1–3)
  6697,
6698		 Supervised experiences related to instruction in area of specialization. Emphasis on application of skills, concepts, and principles acquired in previous courses. Prerequisite: Completion of coursework and approval of adviser are required.