The master's degree program in higher, adult and lifelong education is designed for persons who are preparing for careers in post-secondary education, public and nonprofit agencies, or business and industry. The program focuses on the broad study of issues, institutions, and practices in the field with emphasis on instruction, program development, and program management.
In addition to meeting the requirements of the university and of the College of Education, students must meet the requirements specified below.
Admission
The applicant must submit three letters of recommendation from persons who are acquainted with the applicant's academic and employment experiences and potential.
Requirements for the Master of Arts Degree in Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education
The program is available only online and under Plan B (without thesis). The student must complete 30 credits distributed as follows:
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Both of the following courses (6 credits): |
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EAD |
840 |
Inquiry in Postsecondary Education |
3 |
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EAD |
868 |
Proseminar in Higher and Adult Education |
3 |
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Three of the following courses (9 credits): |
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EAD |
801 |
Leadership and Organizational Development |
3 |
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EAD |
805 |
Administration in Higher Education |
3 |
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EAD |
860 |
Concept of a Learning Society |
3 |
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EAD |
861 |
Adult Learning |
3 |
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EAD |
866 |
Teaching in Postsecondary Education |
3 |
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EAD |
870 |
Foundations of Postsecondary Education |
3 |
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EAD |
876 |
Budgeting and Finance in Higher Education |
3 |
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EAD |
877 |
Program Planning and Evaluation in Postsecondary Contexts |
3 |
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Fifteen additional credits of which 9 credits must be in Educational Administration courses within the Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education program. |
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Pass a final certifying examination. |
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