Teaching methods and the format of instructional materials for adults with an emphasis on self-instructional strategies.
ADE 541: Foundations of Adult Literacy Instruction
An examination of the basis of reading instruction for the low literate adult.
ADE 542: Methods and Materials in Adult Literacy
Instructional and diagnostic materials and methods for dealing with functionally illiterate adults.
ADE 545: Sociocultural Context of Adult Education
A study of education for adults whose educational experiences were not priviledged, including adults with language literacy, and numeracy needs; adults with disabilities; some ethic and migrant groups; economically disadvantaged adults; and adults who have experienced violence and/or abuse.
ADE 576: Learning in Adult Education
A study of adult development and adult learning theories.
ADE 601: Foundations of Adult Education
A survey of the history, philosophies, form, structure, and current developments in the field of adult education.
ADE 603: Human Resource Developments as a Special Form of Adult Education
Explores human resource development in organizations with a focus on adult learning taking place in business, government, and non-profit entities.
ADE 741: Assessment in Adult Education
Prerequisite: ADE 576, REF 601, or permission of instructor. Explore, develop, and evaluate various assessment methods and strategies used in adult education.
REF 791: Field Problems in Educational Research
Prerequisites: Approval of major professor and Educational Research Staff.
REF 792: Introduction to Qualitative Research
Prerequisites: Approval of major professor and educational research staff. Application of specific research procedures in the development of skills in qualitative research. The preparation of a scholarly paper is required.