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2004-06 IUPUI Campus BulletinThe policies, regulations, and course descriptions that appear in this edition of the Bulletin are for the academic years specified. Curricular requirements are for students who entered the university or were admitted to a degree program during these specific academic years. As the "bulletin year" (the student's entry year) will be defined differently from school to school at IUPUI, consult your academic advisor to be sure you are using the appropriate edition of the Bulletin. While every effort is made to provide accurate and current information, IUPUI reserves the right to change without notice statements in this bulletin concerning rules, policies, fees, curricula, courses, or other matters. Consult your academic advisor to learn if changes have occurred that may affect you. Master of Science in Adult Education ProgramAdult Education Program Office620 Union Drive, Room 129D Mission and HistoryOffered since 1946, the master’s program in adult education is designed to provide the knowledge and skills required of an adult educator for employment in training or human resource development and a variety of post-secondary education or other organizations. This degree is available via online courses (with one short residency) through the School of Continuing Studies at the Indianapolis campus. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to contact the program office before application to discuss the scope of the program and the nature of delivery relative to their needs. A wide variety of career opportunities are open to adult education graduates. Students in the program come from diverse backgrounds and are engaged in a wide range of careers. They can be found in education and training, performance improvement, organizational development, and as coaches or consultants in corporations, health care, post-secondary education, government agencies, not-for-profit organizations, professional organizations, and the military. Some adult education courses may be taken as electives to supplement work in other major interest areas. Application ProcedureThe deadlines for applying to the Master of Science in Adult Education Program are
To be complete, all applications must include the following items: See the department Web site for full descriptions of each application component, more detailed instructions, and admission criteria. Requirements for Master’s in Adult EducationMaster’s degree students must complete all program course work within six years of matriculating in the program. Students must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours, including the following: Required Adult Education Core Courses (22 credit hours):D500 Introduction to Adult Education D505 Adult Learning through the Lifespan D506 Adult Education Planning and D512 Seminar in the Forms and Forces of D521 Participation Training (2 cr.) This course has a residency requirement— D620 Adult Education Research (3 cr.) D625 Topics: Certificate in Distance Education D660 Readings in Adult Education— Professional Focus Area Courses (14 credit hours chosen from the following):D523 Small Group Theory in Adult Education D600 The Teaching-Learning Transaction in D613 The Organizational Context of Adult D625 Variable Topic Seminars (variable cr.) D550 Practicum in Adult Education (1-3 cr.) D590 Independent Study in Adult Education D650 Internship in Adult Education (1-6 cr.) D660 Readings in Adult Education (1-6 cr.) Or other courses from related areas not to exceed 9 credit hours from outside of the Adult Education department. Adult Education Course DescriptionsD500 Introduction to Adult Education Theory (3 cr.) A study of the writings of major adult education theorists, including Lindeman, Knowles, and Freire. Adult education theories of practice in historical perspective. Students develop and defend their personal theories of practice. D505 Adult Learning through the Lifespan (3 cr.) Review of selected adult education literature describing the adult lifespan as it relates to participation in learning projects and adult education programming. Identify how social and cultural forces influence the engagement of adults in the learning process. D506 Adult Education Planning and Development (3 cr.) Investigate the theory and research of program planning and development for adults, including processes used to develop educational programs in various settings. Topics include needs assessment, program design and development, implementation, and evaluation. D512 Seminar in Forms and Forces of Adult Education (3 cr.) The history and current status of adult education in the United States; the nature, scope, purpose, and historical development of adult education institutions and program areas. D521 Participation Training (2 cr.) Team building in groups; collaborative program planning and implementation; application of the design to appropriate settings; training in roles of group leader, observer, and recorder; recognition and treatment of dysfunctional behaviors in group settings. Emphasis on functional aspects of group cohesion, consensus decision making, shared leadership, and evaluation. This course is available only in residence. D523 Small Group Theory in Adult Education (3 cr.) Theory undergirding small group practices in adult education; emphasis on conditions of collaborative effectiveness in decision-making groups and learning groups; consideration of major models of group formation and development; and implications of theory for social practice. This course has a residential component. D550 Practicum in Adult Education (1-3 cr.) P: D505 or D506, and consent of instructor. Supervised practice in instructional planning, teaching, and program development in adult educational settings in schools and agencies. D590 Independent Study in Adult Education D600 The Teaching-Learning Transaction in Adult Education (3 cr.) P: D505, D512, or consent of instructor. Critical inquiry into the design of adult learning activities. Includes a review of current theory and research in the teaching-learning transaction and the designing and evaluating of instruction for adults. D613 The Organizational Context of Adult Education (3 cr.) P: D500, D506, D512, or D620. The study of contemporary organizational development and performance improvement theory and practice in the context of professional practice in adult education including the investigation and critical analysis of the theories and research methods undergirding these topics. D620 Adult Education Research (3 cr.) Survey course designed to develop an understanding of the philosophies that inform current research paradigms, the methods associated with those paradigms, and the relationship between theory and practice in adult education. This course uses current research articles and case studies as a means to critically examine issues of design, methodology, and trustworthiness. D625 Topical Seminar (variable title) (1-3 cr.) Systematic study of current issues and problems related to the theory and practice of program development and research in adult education. D625 Topic: Certificate in Distance Education Program (2 cr.) Introduces the methods of creating and implementing and managing a distance education system. D650 Internship in Adult Education (1-6 cr.) P: D500, D506, D613, D625, or consent of instructor. Relates theory to practice through supervised field work experiences and faculty appraisal and guidance. Students plan, conduct, and evaluate adult education programs in various institutional and community settings. D660 Readings in Adult Education (1-6 cr.) P: Consent of student’s faculty advisor. Guided individual study designed to meet the professional individual needs of advanced graduate students. One section of this course will be designated as the Capstone Seminar each fall and spring semester for 3 credit hours. Master’s Thesis OptionA master’s thesis is an option in many program areas. Most master’s students in adult education, however, do not write a thesis. Students who choose to write a thesis are not exempt from completing the Capstone Seminar. Carrying out master’s thesis research and writing a master’s thesis are particularly valuable experiences for students who seek a scholarly career. Students who choose to carry out a master’s thesis should incorporate appropriate research course work in their program of studies. See scs.indiana.edu/pdf/acebulletin.pdf for a full description of the thesis process. School of Continuing Studies OfficersJUDITH B. WERTHEIM, Ed.D., Interim Dean R. GERALD PUGH, Ed.D., Associate Dean EILEEN BALLIET, J.D., Executive Director, Office of Learner Services JOHN P. BEESON, M.A., Executive Director, Office of Learning Partnerships JOANN ALEXANDER BROWN, M.A., M.S., Executive Director, Office of Marketing and Communication General Studies Degree Program—University-wideFRANK DISILVESTRO, Ed.D., Director JAMES R. SCHELLHAMMER, Ed.D., Counselor General Studies Degree Program—Campus DirectorsSAUNDRA BROWN, M.S., Manager, Credit Programs, Indiana University Southeast (New Albany) PAUL JORAY, Ph.D., Indiana University South Bend RON WHITE, Ed.D., Director, Indiana University Bloomington JULIE FELLERS HOOK, Ed.D., Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne FRED HAKES, M.S., Director, Indiana University Kokomo ROBERT F. LOVELY, Ph.D., Chairperson, Indiana University Northwest (Gary) BOB LANG, M.S., Academic Advisor, Indiana University East (Richmond) SUSAN MONTGOMERY, M.B.A., Assistant Director, Indiana University–Purdue University Columbus AMANDA ZIMMERMAN, M.A., Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis Department of Adult EducationHENRY S. MERRILL, Ed.D., Chairman FRANK DISILVESTRO, Ed.D., Associate Professor JEANI YOUNG, M.S.Ed., M.S., Program Coordinator |
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