EDIT 502 - Adult Education Foundations

    Recent Professors
    Nasreen Rahim
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    0
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of EDIT 502
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    In this course, candidates will learn the historical, legal, social, political and economic perspectives of Adult Education. They will understand how Adult Education can serve their region to enrich the local common workers, parents, and community members. They will be able to describe adult education funding sources, as well as the local, state and federal structure of Adult Education and how those structures impact the adult education program. They will understand the California Adult Education Program (CAEP) and the requirements for accurate, timely reporting. They will identify sources for current research as well as understand the principles of teaching adult learners, and the theories of adult development stages, brain-based learning, and self-directed learning. Candidates will also demonstrate strategies to foster self-esteem and respect, and how to communicate effectively with their students, along with conflict resolution. Candidates will also prepare a personal teaching philosophy based on theories of adult learning.
    Usually Held
    Sat 9:00am–10:50am