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Master of Arts in Education in Adult Education

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The Master of Arts in Education in Adult Education prepares graduates to develop and deliver programs that serve the specific educational needs of adult learners.

The 30-hour master’s degree program includes coursework designed to introduce adult educators to some of the common knowledge found in the field of adult education, instructional methodology, and practices used to educate adults.

Coursework also includes instruction in program development and application of theory in practical educational settings. The program also offers many chances to utilize the classroom information in real-world settings. Graduates of the program are employable in adult basic education settings, adult literacy settings, human resource and organizational settings, community-based education settings, and community colleges.

We’re here to teach adults how to teach adults.

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