Post-Secondary and Adult Education Post-Master's Certificate

In this course, learners study adult learning theory and learning styles and preferences. Course topics include adult education theories, principles of adult learning, and methodology for best practice in adult education. Learners also reflect on their personal educational philosophy and practice. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or prior learning assessment.

The focus of this course is on adult education program evaluation strategies and techniques. Learners analyze various program evaluation models used to evaluate the effectiveness of post-secondary education programs and learn how to apply appreciative inquiry (AI) as a data collection method. Learners also design appropriate and effective program evaluation strategies and propose them to conduct a basic evaluation of a program. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.

In this course, learners develop the international and multicultural skills and understandings necessary to become culturally competent adult educators in their specialization. Learners define cultural competence for their professional role, learn to address the needs of diverse learners, foster intercultural learning in the classroom or other educational settings, and develop strategies for incorporating relevant international and multicultural perspectives into their curriculum, instructional activities, and assessments. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.

Learners in this course explore evidence-based classroom assessment and evaluation practices and apply a variety of tools and strategies to assess and evaluate learning. Learners also develop appropriate formative and summative classroom assessment techniques that address intended learning outcomes and promote learning in a global society. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.

This is the introductory course for learners pursuing doctoral, education specialists, and post-master’s certification within the School of Education. Learners in this course focus on critical thinking and scholarly writing—requisite skills for graduate study and professional practice. This course provides opportunities for learners to acquire and practice skills necessary to succeed in online learning. In keeping with Capella University’s focus on the scholar-practitioner model, learners also critically examine and apply relevant educational theory to their practice. Finally, learners articulate and examine their professional purpose and how it aligns with their chosen degree program and professional career aspirations. Must be taken during the learner’s first quarter. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.