Foundations of Adult
and Continuing Education
(6 credit hours)

An overview of adult education as a field of study and practice. This includes the philosophic, psychological, sociological and economic foundations of adult and continuing education. Additional issues include the historical development of adult and continuing education, federal and provincial government legislation and programs, community colleges, secondary and post secondary programs.

Course Topics
• Adult and continuing education
  
• Philosophies of adult education
  
• Characteristics of the adult learner
  
• Learning theory related to adults and andragogy
  
• Participation in adult education
  
• Funding for adult education programs
  
• Organization of adult education programs