MS in Higher Education, Adult Education
School of Public Service and Education
The master’s Adult Education specialization is designed to enhance learners’ qualifications in adult education and college teaching. The curriculum emphasizes reflective practice within adult education settings and integration of current theory with best practices in adult learning and teaching. Learners focus on the learning styles of individuals from various backgrounds, collaborative learning, and program development for the adult learner. Learners who successfully complete this specialization are prepared to pursue careers as educators in community college, distance education, college, university, corporate, or other adult education settings. These specialization requirements are not designed or intended to meet professional licensure requirements for the education profession.
Core courses
| ED5010 | Foundations of Master's Studies in Education | 4 |
| ED5006 | Survey of Research Methodology | 4 |
| ED5012 | Overview of Higher Education | 4 |
| ED5016 | Foundations of Higher Education Assessment and Evaluation | 4 |
Specialization courses
| ED5317 | Foundations of Adult Education | 4 |
| ED5340 | Theories and Principles of Adult Learning | 4 |
| ED5342 | Multicultural Perspectives in Adult Education | 4 |
| ED5344 | Strategies and Best Practices for Teaching and Learning | 4 |
| ED5348 | Adult Education Program Development | 4 |
| ED5390 | Adult Education Capstone | 4 |
| ED5570 | History, Issues, and Trends in Higher Education | 4 |
One Elective Course(s)
At least 4 quarter credits
Choose any graduate education (ED, EDT) course(s).
Total
At least 48 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
This specialization is not designed to lead to license, endorsement, other professional credential, or salary advancement. Contact your school district for a determination on qualifications for salary advancement.