Online Course Schedule Spring 2022
EDACE 7145
International Education
KSIS Class #: TBA (3 credit hours)
Instructor: Dr. Kang
Online, March 7th thru April 29thThis course provides a contemporary overview of the field of comparative and international education. Different theoretical approaches will be introduced and students will utilize these approaches to understand current topics and issues related to international educational development. This course will also introduce students to institutions actively involved with educational development in diverse global settings.
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EDACE 790
Characteristics of Adult Learning1,2
KSIS Class #: TBA (3 credit hours),
Instructor: Dr. Kang
Online, January 10th-March 4th
The purpose of the course is to help the student gain increased knowledge about the characteristics of adults and how these impact learning. Students will be asked to develop a critical understanding of relevant theories, concepts, and research. Lastly, they will develop a better understanding of themselves as an adult learner.
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EDACE 817
Reflective Practice in Social Justice Education3,5
KSIS Class #:TBA (3 credit hours).
Instructor: Dr. Yelich-Biniecki
Online, January 18th – May 6th
This course focuses on the application of principles of social justice education in informal and formal educational settings. Student-conceptualized and implemented theory-to-practice social justice education projects serve as the capstone or culmination of the graduate certificate, with projects presenting powerful opportunities for students to foster social change and positively impact the communities in which they work.
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EDACE 818
Critical and Social Issues in Adult Learning1
KSIS Class #: TBA (3 credit hours).
Instructor: Dr. Yelich-Biniecki
Online, March 7th thru April 29th
This course is designed for adult and continuing education students and college or university personnel in sociology related fields dealing with adults. It is based on the premise that learning is affected by society, government, and economics. Included is an in-depth examination between adult education and culture.
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EDACE 835
Developing Teams and Leaders8,5
KSIS Class #: TBA (3 credit hours).
Instructor: Dr. Zacharakis
Online, March 7th and April 29th
Adult education theory and adult learning principles are emerging effective organizational tools to use when developing teams and leaders. This course will examine how teams and leaders can be developed using adult education theory and adult learning principles. Through this course, students will be able to analyze when it is appropriate to use these tools, their strengths, weaknesses and limitations.
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EDACE 886 Adult Education Research1
KSIS Class #: TBA (3 credit hours).
Instructor: Dr. Johnson
Online, January 10th thru March 4thThis course will focus upon the fundamental principles and methods of social science research. Additionally, it will provide an opportunity for students to become critical readers of research-based literature in adult education by developing an understanding of the key aspects of quantitative, qualitative and action-based analytical methods and research traditions. Note: EDACE 886 satisfies the Research Methods requirement. Students may complete either EDCEP 816 Research Methods (semester length) or EDACE 886 Adult Education Research.———-
EDACE 837
Quality Program and Staff Management7,5
KSIS Class #: TBA (3 credits)
Instructor: Dr. Zacharakis
Online, January 10th thru March 4th
Utilizes the use of adult learning theories of program administration to enhance student understanding of staff and team dynamics. Focuses on developing interpersonal skills so that students can be more effective leaders, problem solvers, motivators, coaches, and change managers.
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EDACE 886
Coaching for High Performance7
KSIS Class #: TBA (3 credit hours)
Instructor: Dr. Judy Favor
Meets at the K-State Olathe Campus – Tuesdays – January 18th-March 8th; 5:30–9:30 p.m. (Distance students may join via Zoom.)
This course focuses on group and team behavior and processes in the adult education environment. Various factors that impact group behavior, processes, and effectiveness will be examined and participants will learn skills needed to more effectively manage and facilitate groups and teams of adults to achieve organizational objectives, accomplish tasks, and fulfill individual members’ needs.
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EDACE 847
Adult Learning and Motivation 2,5
KSIS Class #: TBA (3 credit hours)
Instructor: Dr. Judy Favor
Online, March 9th-May 1st
This course is an overview of significant learning and motivational theories and the educational implications for adult educators. Students will develop an awareness of what learning is and how it occurs, examine current and developing concepts on learning and motivation, and explore how adult learning is influenced by factors such as gender, race, and socioeconomic class.
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EDACE 940
Adult Development and Learning4
KSIS Class #: TBA (3 credits)
Instructor: Dr. Fishback
Online, March 9th thru May 11th
Mandatory Zoom class sessions: (5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.) 3/09, 3/23, 4/06, 4/27, 5/11
This course introduces students to major concepts and issues in adult development and aging that are relevant to adult learners. Developmental psychology presumes that human beings are changing creatures. Emphasis is on how change occurs over the life span and how education and the educational environment influence this change. Students examine the practical implications of research-based findings in the field of adult development, look at classic and current contributors to adult development, and become aware of major issues and disagreements in adult development, especially as it pertains to adult learning.
Prerequisite: Must be accepted in a doctoral program.
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Legend
1 Required for Masters Degree in Adult Learning and Leadership and Doctoral
2Required for Adult Learning Graduate Certificate
3Required for Social Justice Education Graduate Certificate
4One of the 7 courses offered for Doctoral program. Students must complete 4 of the 7 courses available.
5Elective Course
7One of the 5 optional courses for the Leadership Dynamics Graduate Certificate. Students must complete 2 of the 5 courses available.
8Required for Leadership Dynamics Certificate