Program Overview

  • Duration

    6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    06

  • Total Credit Hours

    36

Our Adult Education program is designed to equip educators with the expertise to teach and support adult learners. Students delve into adult learning theories, curriculum development, and instructional strategies. Graduates are prepared to work in various settings, including adult education programs, community colleges, and corporate training environments.

PEDAGOGICAL FOUNDATIONS AND TEACHING METHODS:

The College of Education begins with a focus on pedagogical foundations and teaching methods. Students delve into the principles of education, child development, and innovative teaching techniques. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to inspire and educate future generations.


CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE AND STUDENT ENGAGEMENT:

Beyond the theoretical framework, our College of Education places a strong emphasis on classroom experience and student engagement. Students have opportunities to participate in teaching practicums, work with diverse student populations, and collaborate with local schools. These experiences not only enhance their teaching skills but also provide valuable insights into effective education strategies.


GLOBAL EDUCATION PERSPECTIVES AND CROSS-CULTURAL TEACHING:

The College of Education at Hudson Bay University is committed to promoting global education perspectives and cross-cultural teaching. Our curriculum explores international approaches to education and encourages students to engage in cross-cultural teaching experiences through study abroad programs and collaborations with educators from around the world. This global perspective equips students to excel in diverse educational settings.

Focuses on utilizing technology in adult education and learning. Students learn to integrate technology into instructional design and delivery for effective adult education.


Equips students with the skills to design effective courses for adult learners. Topics include curriculum development, assessment, and adult education program planning.


Examines human interactions and relationships in adult education contexts. Students explore communication, conflict resolution, and building positive adult learning environments.


Offers a comprehensive study of adult education principles and practices. Students delve into adult learning theory, instructional design, program evaluation, and adult education leadership.


Studies the role of social psychology in adult learning contexts. Students explore group dynamics, motivation, and the social aspects of adult education to enhance learning outcomes.


Provides an introduction to non-linear systems and their applications in engineering. Students learn about complex dynamics, chaos theory, and non-linear modeling, gaining insights into non-linear systems in various fields.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION $3,240
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $3,240
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Hudson Bay University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

High school diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

36

Course Duration

6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

06

Introduction To Adult Education (AED-015)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction: An Overview Of Concepts And Research
     Independent Adult Learning - A Conceptual Analysis
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Adult Learning Iceberg
     Community Adult Education
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Adult Learning Groups, Community Development And Community Action
     Identifying And Researching Adult Learners In The Community
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Supporting Adult Learners In The Community - The Individual Mode
     Supporting Adult Learners In The Community - The Group Mode
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Conclusion - A Personal Postscript

Information Technology For Adult Learning (AED-176)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Using It Effectively
     Quality In Learning And The Use Of It
     The Word Processor
     Computers In Mathematics Education
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Electronic Learning
     Importance Of Data Logging
     Importance Of Design Software
     Hypertext Documents
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Computers And The Teacher'S Role
     Classroom Investigations
     Using It In Classrooms
     Teachers With It Skills
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Partnership In Initial Teacher Education
     Electronic Communications And Classrooms
     It And The Politics Of Institutional Change
     Managing Change In Educational Institutions
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Organizing The Use Of It
     Managing Curriculum Development
     Strategies For Staff And Institutional Development

Methods Of Teaching Adults (AED-524)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     A Contract To Learn
     Definitions
     Adult Student
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Nature Of Learning
     Fromlearning To Teaching
     Goals And Objectives
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Adult Learning Group
     Role And The Teacher
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Teaching: Content And Methods
     Blocks To Learning
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Evaluation
     Participation

Adult Identity Culture And Communication (AED-649)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Process Of Human Communication
     Person Perception
     The Verbal Message
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Nonverbal Message
     Listening
     Conflict And Negotiation
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethics And Communication
     Relationships In Process
     Interpersonal Communication
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Intercultural Communication
     Interviewing
     Small-Group Communication
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Public Communication
     Organizational Communication
     Mass Communication And The New Technologies

Issues In Adult Literacy (AED-799)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:

Social Psychology Of Adult Learning (AED-872)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     Humanistic Psychology And The Self-Directed Learner
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Psychoanalytic Approach
     The Development Of Identity During Adulthood
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Development Of Intelligence And Cognition
     Learning Styles
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Behaviorism
     Group Dynamics And The Group Facilitator
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Critical Awareness
     Psychology As A Foundation Discipline In Adult Education