Adult Education

NOTE: See the beginning of Section H for abbreviations, course numbers and coding.

ADED3011Professional Ethics for Practitioners of Adult Education3 ch (W) (EL)

Introduction to ethical theory and philosophical approaches to reflective practice emphasizing self-examination, decision making, and ethical standards in the field of adult education. Participants use field experience to support readings and case studies. Students may receive credit for ED 3011 or ADED 3011, but not both.

ADED3015Practicum in Adult Education3 ch (EL)

Practical, field-based learning-based on an individualized learning contact and completed in teaching, learning or other appropriate adult education settings such as training, literacy, tutoring, curriculum development, etc. The intent of the practicum is to help learners develop observational, critical and reflective skills as well as skills appropriate to their work with adults. Graded on a CR/NCR basis. Students may receive credit for ED 3015 or ADED 3015, but not both.

ADED3024Understanding the Adult Learner3 ch (W) (EL)
Explores what it means to be an adult learner. We will examine adult learning theories, theories of teaching as well as the practice of adult education. The course takes both a historical and contemporary perspective on adult learning. Students may receive credit for ED 3024 or ADED 3024, but not both.
ADED3113Communication Practices for Adult Education3 ch (W) (EL)

Identifies general theories of and strategies for oral, written and visual communications. Students will be expected to assess their skill levels in all three areas. Students may receive credit for ED 3113 or ADED 3113, but not both.

ADED3114Introduction to Workplace Learning3 ch (W) (EL)

Designed to provide learners with an appreciation of the origins and trends in workplace learning. The course will examine the workplace as a learning environment. Various approaches to adult learning within the changing context of work will be examined. Students may receive credit for ED 3114 or ADED 3114, but not both.

ADED3115Methods and Strategies in Adult Education3 ch (W) (EL)

Examines methods and strategies to facilitate effective adult education programs. Topics include, planning instructional segments; writing objectives; evaluating student work, programs and teaching; using and assessing teaching strategies, and learning resources. Students may receive credit for ED 3115 or ADED 3115, but not both.

ADED4012Diversity and Inclusion in Adult Learning3 ch (W) (EL)
Provides an introduction to diversity and inclusion in adult learning situations. The objectives of this course are to stimulate adult educators' examination of their beliefs about adult education; to explore social justice philosophies and to critically examine an inclusive teaching practice. Topics include the competing purposes of education, poverty, multiculturalism, anti-racism, gender, sexual orientation, indigenization and decolonization and possibly other related issues at the discretion of the instructor. Studetns may receive credit for ED 4012 or ADED 4012, but not both.
ADED4032Adult Learners with Exceptionalities3 ch (W) (EL)
Examines the nature of exceptionalities in relation to sensory, cognitive, physical, emotional and learning capabilities, and considers various approaches for meeting the unique needs of these adult learners. The course will broaden participants' existing, knowledge base and general approaches for meeting the needs of adult learners with exceptionalities. Students may receive credit for ED 4032 or ADED 4032, but not both.
ADED4042Introduction to Adult Education3 ch (W) (EL)
Examines the development of adult education as a field of practice and explores the characteristics of adult education in a variety of contexts with special emphasis on national and provincial contexts. The principle aim is to develop a basic understanding of adult education in a global context. The focus of the course will be on the socio-historical context of its methods, agencies, programs and issues. Students may receive credit for ED 4042 or ADED 4042, but not both.
ADED4045Issues in Training and Development3 ch (W) (EL)

Explores theoretical and practical components of workplace training designed to improve organizational effectiveness and individual performance. Learners examine emergent training topics in a variety of workplace contexts. Students may receive credit for ED 4045 or ADED 4054, but not both.

ADED4061Advising and Mentoring Adult Learners3 ch (W) (EL)

Examines the characteristics of helping relationships in educational and work settings. Focus will be on the development of skills and strategies conducive to effective advising, coaching and mentoring through collaborative learning, reflection and practice. Students may receive credit for ED 4061 or ADED 4061, but not both.

ADED4102Transition to Adulthood3 ch (W) (EL)

Explores the nature and consequences of the transition from adolescence to adulthood, and from the full-time attendance in formal education programs to adult work and life roles. The course examines the relevance of learning and education to these transitions and give insight into the complex nature of adulthood and aging in our time and in different cultures. Students may receive credit for ED 4102 or ADED 4102, but not both.

ADED4110Methods and Strategies in Adult Education: Theory and Practice6 ch (W) (EL)

Based on learners' needs, interests and experience, theoretical and practical components of instructional strategies are explored in-depth. Particular attention is paid to the integration of instructional methods and strategies with adult learning models. Students may receive credit for ED 4110 or ADED 4110, but not both.

ADED4113Introduction to Distance Learning in Adult Education3 ch (W) (EL)

Provides an opportunity to explore and become familiar with currently available learning technologies to deliver distance education programs and courses. Use of these technologies will be required throughout the course. Students may receive credit for ED 4113 or ADED 4113, but not both.

ADED4115Issues in Adult Literacy3 ch (W) (EL)
Provides an introduction to adult literacy education as well as critically examining the research and theory about adult literacies. Adult learning priniciples, instructional strategies and techniques that are used to develop adult literacy skills will be examined. Course topics include, but are not limited to, digital literacy, barriers to literacy, the development of language and literacy skills in groups, as well as literacy coaching. Students may receive credit for ED 4115 or ADED 4115, but not both.
ADED5010Advanced Practicum in Adult Education6 ch (EL)

A practical, field-based learning experience in which learners will apply and practice previously acquired adult education principles and practices and will monitor themselves through using mentoring, collaboration, and peer consultation. Graded on a CR/NCR basis. Students may receive credit for ED 5010 or ADED 5010, but not both. 

Prerequisite: Practicum in Adult Education, or its equivalent.

ADED5011Preparing for Prior Learning Assessment3 ch (W) (EL)

Through the use of reflection, self-assessment and personal journals, participants will create an experience-based dossier which will describe their personal philosophy, current professional practices, and needs for further learning. Students may receive credit for ED 5011 or ADED 5011, but not both.

ADED5022Transformative Learning3 ch (W) (EL)

Explores new concepts for working with adult learners. Investigates critical thinking, critical self-reflection and transformative learning. Students may receive credit for ED 5022 or ADED 5022, but not both.

ADED5156Special Topics in Adult Education (O)3 ch (W)

Designed to explore areas of special interest or concern in adult education. Students may receive credit for ED 5156 or ADED 5156, but not both.

ADED5157Adult Education and Community Development3 ch (W) (EL)
Explores the theory and practice of community involvement. The course will look at individual, group and organizational contributions to community development. We will consider local, national, and international examples to help us better understand the various aspects of community development. (Offered every other year). Students may receive credit for ED 5157 or ADED 5157, but not both.
ADED5164Learning with Technology in Adult Education3 ch (W) (EL)

Utilization of a range of instructional technologies, application of educational technologies for teaching and learning. NOTE: This course is not recommended for Computer Science students. Students may receive credit for ED 5164 or ADED 5164, but not both.

ADED5171Assessing Adult Learning3 ch (W) (EL)

Identification of the principles and techniques underlying a variety of assessment methods for learning and teaching. Students will be expected to construct instruments and apply alternative assessment strategies. Students may receive credit for ED 5171 or ADED 5171, but not both.