Pathway to Teaching Adults (lor)

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Official Title of Letter of Recognition: Pathway to Teaching Adults, Letter of Recognition

Award: Letter of Recognition

Total Credit Hours: A minimum of 6

Purpose: This letter of recognition is appropriate for those individuals working with adult learners. The courses contained in this letter of recognition will increase the breadth and depth of skills and knowledge related to successful teaching and learning. Enhanced instructional effectiveness will maximize quality teaching and promote student success.

Special Conditions

Financial Aid: This program has not been approved by the U.S. Department of Education for eligibility for federal student aid. Students enrolled in this program may not be eligible to receive financial aid from the U.S. Department of Education (Pell Grants, SEOG, Federal Work-Study, Direct Loans or PLUS loans) or the Maryland Higher Education Commission (Educational Assistance Grants, Senatorial Scholarships or Delegate Scholarships). For current information on eligible programs, contact Financial Aid by calling 410-777-2203, emailing finaid@aacc.edu or stopping by a Financial Aid office.

Degree/Award Requirements

Degree Requirements

Demonstrated eligibility for ENG 101 /ENG 101A . Completion of each of the required courses with a grade of C or better.

Award Requirements

Students must apply to the Records and Registration office for the letter of recognition after they have completed the requirements.

Requirements: 6 credits

EDU 210 - Teaching the Adult Learner 1 credit hour
EDU 213 - Strategies for Teaching Adults with Diverse Needs 1 credit hour
EDU 219 - Assessing the Adult Learner 1 credit hour

Electives (must complete 3 to earn Letter of Recognition)

EDU 209 - Online Instructional Methods 1 credit hour
EDU 212 - Engaging and Supporting Students 1 credit hour
EDU 216 - Technology for Educators 1 credit hour
EDU 217 - Energizing Your Presentations 1 credit hour
EDU 220 - Innovation in Education 1 credit hour
EDU 230 - Educator Portfolio Development 1 credit hour
EDU 236 - Culturally Responsive Instruction 1 credit hour
EDU 271 - Management Strategies in the Classroom 1 credit hour

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Identify the characteristics of adult learners
Discuss pedagogical techniques to facilitate successful learning for adult learners
Design assessments for use with adult learners
Identify strategies for teaching adults with diverse needs

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