Program Overview
Master of Arts in Educating Adults (MAEA) Program
The Master of Arts in Educating Adults (MAEA) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of adult learning and development. The program focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of educating adults, preparing students for careers in various settings, including education, training, and community development.
Program Overview
The MAEA program is a graduate-level program that consists of a series of courses and a final project. The program is designed to be completed in two years, with students taking two courses per quarter. The program is offered in a hybrid format, with some courses being offered online and others on campus.
Course Descriptions
The MAEA program includes a range of courses that cover various aspects of adult learning and development. Some of the courses include:
- EA 505: Applied Inquiry Project Proposal I
- EA 506: Applied Inquiry Project Proposal II
- EA 507: Applied Inquiry Project Proposal I
- EA 508: Applied Inquiry Project Proposal II
- EA 515: Developing Professional Identity
- EA 516: Designing Educational Offerings
- EA 517: Facilitating Adult Learning
- EA 518: Enhancing Practice with Theory in Adult Learning
- EA 525: Conducting Practice-Based Inquiry
- EA 526: Assessing Adult Learning
- EA 528: Applied Inquiry Project
- EA 528C: Applied Inquiry Project Capstone
- EA 535: Reflective Practice Seminar I
- EA 536: Reflective Practice Seminar II
- EA 537: Reflective Practice Seminar III
- EA 538: Reflective Practice Seminar IV
- EA 540: Designing and Delivering Technology-Enhanced Learning Offerings
- EA 541: Teaching with Writing in Any Course
- EA 542: Designing Outcome-Based Program Evaluation: Perspectives & Practices
- EA 543: Innovative Facilitating GFDIS
- EA 544: Building Games for Learning GFDIS
- EA 545: Partnering for Social Action GFDIS
- EA 546: Educating for Social Justice GFDIS
- EA 547: Designing Online Learning GFDIS
Program Requirements
To be admitted to the MAEA program, students must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Submit official transcripts
- Submit a personal statement
- Submit letters of recommendation
Research Areas
The MAEA program focuses on various research areas, including:
- Adult learning and development
- Educational technology
- Program evaluation
- Social justice education
- Community development
Tuition Fees
The tuition fees for the MAEA program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credits taken per quarter. For more information on tuition fees, please contact the university's admissions office.
Admission Criteria
The admission criteria for the MAEA program include:
- Academic preparation
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- GPA
Program Outcomes
The MAEA program is designed to prepare students for careers in various settings, including education, training, and community development. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Design and deliver educational programs for adults
- Facilitate adult learning
- Conduct practice-based inquiry
- Evaluate programs and services
- Develop professional identity
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the MAEA program can pursue careers in various settings, including:
- Education
- Training
- Community development
- Non-profit organizations
- Government agencies
Conclusion
The Master of Arts in Educating Adults (MAEA) program is a comprehensive program that provides students with a deep understanding of adult learning and development. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in various settings, including education, training, and community development. With its focus on theoretical and practical aspects of educating adults, the MAEA program is an excellent choice for students who want to make a difference in the lives of adults.