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Learning In Transitions: Migrant Women Reflecting On Life Trajectories And Constructing Self-Identity, Heh Youn Shin Jan 2027

Learning In Transitions: Migrant Women Reflecting On Life Trajectories And Constructing Self-Identity, Heh Youn Shin

Adult Education Research Conference

The purpose of this paper is to examine how foreign wives in Korea present themselves in relation to the dominant discourse surrounding them through stories of migration and marriage experiences.


Instructional Perspectives Of Christian Educators In The Black Church, E. Paulette Isaac-Savage, Barbara A. Fears, Lisa R. Brown, Sha-Lai L. Williams Jun 2024

Instructional Perspectives Of Christian Educators In The Black Church, E. Paulette Isaac-Savage, Barbara A. Fears, Lisa R. Brown, Sha-Lai L. Williams

Adult Education Research Conference

Key to the education of Blacks in the church is Christian educators. Their instructional perspectives are imbued with spiritual groundings and faith that impact their pedagogy and adult learners.


Culturally Liberative Mentorship: Developing Agents For Change In Stem Doctoral Education, Dilara Yaya-Bryson, Lisa Merriweather, Marah Lambert, Cathy D. Howell, Edith Gnanadass Jun 2024

Culturally Liberative Mentorship: Developing Agents For Change In Stem Doctoral Education, Dilara Yaya-Bryson, Lisa Merriweather, Marah Lambert, Cathy D. Howell, Edith Gnanadass

Adult Education Research Conference

This research explored faculty perceptions and experiences regarding mentoring racially minoritized doctoral students in STEM. Cultivation of Culturally liberative mindset is recommended to guide faculty development in mentoring.


Artificial Intelligence And Graduate Research – The Possibilities, Limitations, And Guardrails, Yugant Patra Jun 2024

Artificial Intelligence And Graduate Research – The Possibilities, Limitations, And Guardrails, Yugant Patra

Adult Education Research Conference

Artificial Intelligence tools are evolving as important instruments in graduate-level research. This round table will discuss the use of such tools and the need to maintain the authenticity and rigor of the qualitative graduate research process.


The Impact Of Digital Technology On Employees' Development Via Informal Learning Approach: A Systematic Review, Ke Ma Jun 2024

The Impact Of Digital Technology On Employees' Development Via Informal Learning Approach: A Systematic Review, Ke Ma

Adult Education Research Conference

The objective of this literature study is to assess the feasibility of HRD practitioners incorporating digital technology to support informal learning in enterprises, with the aim of improving employees' professional development.


Enhancing Community Engagement For Sustainable Educational Outreach In Urban Environments: An Action Research Study, Rebecca Hardeman, Alexandra Cox Jun 2024

Enhancing Community Engagement For Sustainable Educational Outreach In Urban Environments: An Action Research Study, Rebecca Hardeman, Alexandra Cox

Adult Education Research Conference

Cooperative Extension currently faces engagement challenges in urban areas. This roundtable will explore research on boosting outreach and engagement in urban areas for Extension professionals.


Nelson Mandela’S Actions Toward Adult Continuing Education As An Example Of What It Can Mean To Be A Dedicated Life-Long Learner, Serge Gasore Jun 2024

Nelson Mandela’S Actions Toward Adult Continuing Education As An Example Of What It Can Mean To Be A Dedicated Life-Long Learner, Serge Gasore

Adult Education Research Conference

In this presentation, one uses Nelson Mandela’s actions toward adult continuing education as an example of what it can mean to be a dedicated life-long learner.


Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948). An Inquiry Into Adult Education, Teacher Training, Vocational Education, And Women's Education, Kariman Mahmoud Jun 2024

Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948). An Inquiry Into Adult Education, Teacher Training, Vocational Education, And Women's Education, Kariman Mahmoud

Adult Education Research Conference

Despite Gandhi’s contributions to education, little research has explored his accomplishments in adult education. This paper sheds light on Gandhi's reflections on adult education, teachers' training, vocational, and women's education.


A Literature Review Of Men-Centered Articles In The Adult Education Research Conference Proceedings 1997-2022, Lisa Baumgartner Jun 2024

A Literature Review Of Men-Centered Articles In The Adult Education Research Conference Proceedings 1997-2022, Lisa Baumgartner

Adult Education Research Conference

Abstract: I reviewed men-centered articles in the Adult Education Research Conference Proceedings between 1997-2022 to learn how men were portrayed and how hegemonic masculinity was demonstrated.


Exploring Transformative Learning For Student Self-Care In Undergraduate Healthcare Education: An In-Progress Action Research Study, Margaret Schmidt Jun 2024

Exploring Transformative Learning For Student Self-Care In Undergraduate Healthcare Education: An In-Progress Action Research Study, Margaret Schmidt

Adult Education Research Conference

This presentation highlights the investigation of an Action Research study focused on undergraduate preparedness for student self-care in healthcare education.


Unveiling Strategies: Empowering Autistic Adult Learners In Higher Education Through Inclusive Research Practices, Kevin J. Mallary, Adam L. Mcclain Jun 2024

Unveiling Strategies: Empowering Autistic Adult Learners In Higher Education Through Inclusive Research Practices, Kevin J. Mallary, Adam L. Mcclain

Adult Education Research Conference

This qualitative research investigates strategies of autistic adult learners in higher education through participatory methods. Findings reveal nuanced experiences, emphasizing the need for inclusive research to support diverse learners effectively.


Does Neurodiversity Have A Place In Adult Education’S Discussion Of Diversity And Social Justice?, Tulare W. Park, John Szabo, Kari Sheward, Carol Rogers-Shaw Jun 2024

Does Neurodiversity Have A Place In Adult Education’S Discussion Of Diversity And Social Justice?, Tulare W. Park, John Szabo, Kari Sheward, Carol Rogers-Shaw

Adult Education Research Conference

This literature review explores the place of neurodivergent adults in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging policies and practices and the relationship between neurodiversity and social justice initiatives in adult education.


Mentoring Assistant Professors: Supporting And Nurturing Talent Needed To Grow A Program, Jeffrey Zacharakis Jun 2024

Mentoring Assistant Professors: Supporting And Nurturing Talent Needed To Grow A Program, Jeffrey Zacharakis

Adult Education Research Conference

This paper provides an overview of a land grant university's college of education assistant professor mentoring program, and how mentoring is needed to develop successful junior faculty and grow an academic program in a neoliberal environment.


Educators Creating Liberatory And Inclusive Environments Using Contemplative Educational Tools, Julee Rosser Jun 2024

Educators Creating Liberatory And Inclusive Environments Using Contemplative Educational Tools, Julee Rosser

Adult Education Research Conference

Contemplative educational tools can enhance opportunities for adult educators to develop student-centered, liberatory education, helping students to learn through their triggers, thus creating transformative learning experiences.


The Digital Transformation Of Organizational Learning: A Case Study Of China Telecom, Wenhao Yu, Xiaoyan Shu, Bo Chang, Jiaqi He Jun 2024

The Digital Transformation Of Organizational Learning: A Case Study Of China Telecom, Wenhao Yu, Xiaoyan Shu, Bo Chang, Jiaqi He

Adult Education Research Conference

Digital transformation of organizational learning becomes a key strategy for the development of organizations. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to take China Telecom as a case to explore the digital transformation of organizational learning and to find out the actions that China Telecom has taken to achieve the digital transformation of organizational learning.


Parents’ Learning In Family Literacy Programming: Findings From A Four-Year, Mixed-Methods Evaluation, Esther Prins, Carol Clymer, Elisabeth Grinder Mclean, Jungeun Lee Jun 2024

Parents’ Learning In Family Literacy Programming: Findings From A Four-Year, Mixed-Methods Evaluation, Esther Prins, Carol Clymer, Elisabeth Grinder Mclean, Jungeun Lee

Adult Education Research Conference

This paper reports findings from a mixed-methods evaluation of five family literacy programs in Philadelphia, mainly serving immigrant mothers. The paper focuses on parents' educational, personal, social, and parenting outcomes.


Safe Spaces: Exploration Of The Transformative Power Of Online Graduate Programs For Adult Learners, Patricia J. Higgins Jun 2024

Safe Spaces: Exploration Of The Transformative Power Of Online Graduate Programs For Adult Learners, Patricia J. Higgins

Adult Education Research Conference

The purpose of this exploratory case study was to consider how instructors can facilitate a safe and inclusive environment for adult learners in an online graduate program and to explore the potential benefits of such a learning space. Through a thematic analysis of the case study materials, three prominent themes emerged. The three themes were: a) seeking to engage through sharing life experiences, b) mindfulness-based reflective practice, and c) facilitating safe and inclusive spaces as a path to transformation. This study adds to current literature by validating the importance of creating a safe and inclusive environment for adult learners in …


Community Science As Adult Learning: Using Theory To Understand Volunteers’ Experiences, Lauren Vilen, Jill Zarestky Jun 2024

Community Science As Adult Learning: Using Theory To Understand Volunteers’ Experiences, Lauren Vilen, Jill Zarestky

Adult Education Research Conference

This study explores volunteer learning in an online community science program. Findings indicate alignment with self-directed and experiential learning theory, with implications for learner feedback and engagement.


“I’M A Human Being, I Deserve Better:” Understanding Black Women’S Experiences With Selective Dignity Violations As Tenured Faculty At Predominantly White Academic Workplaces, Josie Andrews Jun 2024

“I’M A Human Being, I Deserve Better:” Understanding Black Women’S Experiences With Selective Dignity Violations As Tenured Faculty At Predominantly White Academic Workplaces, Josie Andrews

Adult Education Research Conference

A larger narrative inquiry study regarding professional identity development revealed that Black women experienced selective dignity violations as tenured faculty at predominantly White academic workplaces.


Does M-Shaped Curve Still Exist?: Revealing Vivid Career Trajectory Of Well-Educated Women In South Korea, Jiyea Park Jun 2024

Does M-Shaped Curve Still Exist?: Revealing Vivid Career Trajectory Of Well-Educated Women In South Korea, Jiyea Park

Adult Education Research Conference

The purpose of this study was to reveal how well-educated Korean women face the M-shaped curve in the Korean job market in their mid-20s to late 30s.


Enhancing Community Policing: Exploring Formal Learning Experiences Among Urban Police Officers, Kyle Znamenak Jun 2024

Enhancing Community Policing: Exploring Formal Learning Experiences Among Urban Police Officers, Kyle Znamenak

Adult Education Research Conference

This ground theory study investigated the formal learning experiences that enable police officers to acquire knowledge and skills related to community relations in an urban environment.


Mentoring: The Factors That Contribute To Persistence To Graduation For African American Male K-12 Educators In Predominantly White Institutions (Pwi) In Missouri, Paula Miller Jan 2024

Mentoring: The Factors That Contribute To Persistence To Graduation For African American Male K-12 Educators In Predominantly White Institutions (Pwi) In Missouri, Paula Miller

Adult Education Research Conference

This study investigated how mentoring enabled African American male K-12 educators to persist and obtain master’s degrees in predominately White institutions (PWIs) in Missouri.


Unsports[Man]Like Outdoor Public Spaces: Exercising Women's Learning To Navigate Violence And Safety During Hours Of Heightened Risk, Mattyna L. Stephens Jan 2024

Unsports[Man]Like Outdoor Public Spaces: Exercising Women's Learning To Navigate Violence And Safety During Hours Of Heightened Risk, Mattyna L. Stephens

Adult Education Research Conference

This study aimed to explore the perspectives of women who exercise in outdoor public spaces during hours of heightened risk and to offer insights to other women and organizations.


Creative Problem Solving As A Catalyst For Transformative Learning, Kevin Dixon Gecowets, Weixin He, Sumi Lee Jan 2024

Creative Problem Solving As A Catalyst For Transformative Learning, Kevin Dixon Gecowets, Weixin He, Sumi Lee

Adult Education Research Conference

Creative Problem Solving (CPS) and Transformative Learning (TL) consider how dilemmas prompt new ways of thinking. This study will examine Transformative Learning outcomes of CPS-centered creative education.


A Qualified Success? Credit Frameworks And Lifelong Learning, Ralf St. Clair Jan 2024

A Qualified Success? Credit Frameworks And Lifelong Learning, Ralf St. Clair

Adult Education Research Conference

Considers the potential of credit and qualifications frameworks to support learners in gaining formal credit for informal and conformal learning. Makes recommendations to increase learner mobility and enhance access and equity.


Defying Straightforward Solutions: Emergence Studios As Ideal Incubators In Graduate Education And Beyond, Kari Eller, Gregory C.F. Dolezal, Erin Williams Benson, Younghyun Kim, Comfort Ninson, Brittani Hawk Jan 2024

Defying Straightforward Solutions: Emergence Studios As Ideal Incubators In Graduate Education And Beyond, Kari Eller, Gregory C.F. Dolezal, Erin Williams Benson, Younghyun Kim, Comfort Ninson, Brittani Hawk

Adult Education Research Conference

Reimagining a classroom as an emergence studio, three groups of doctoral students used pragmatic imagination to tackle wicked problems through world building systems of action. This experience radically inspired their own constructive development and challenged conventional graduate education down to its rhizomatic roots. “What if?” they asked, believing that change is possible by defying straightforward solutions.


The Impact Of Teacher Autonomy On Technology Skills Development Among K-12 Stem Educators During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Yuanlu Niu, Yi-Jung Lee, Beixi Li Jan 2024

The Impact Of Teacher Autonomy On Technology Skills Development Among K-12 Stem Educators During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Yuanlu Niu, Yi-Jung Lee, Beixi Li

Adult Education Research Conference

This study aims to explore factors that have affected teacher autonomy in professional development and its impact on the development of technology skills among K-12 STEM teachers during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Broken Systems Under Repair: Weaving Ethics Of Care And Human Flourishing Into The Work And Lives Of Essential Workers, Ellen Scully-Russ Edd Jan 2024

Broken Systems Under Repair: Weaving Ethics Of Care And Human Flourishing Into The Work And Lives Of Essential Workers, Ellen Scully-Russ Edd

Adult Education Research Conference

This empirical paper will report on an innovative participatory action research project, based on Freire cultural circles to raise awareness and provoke moral deliberation about the precarity of essential work and its detrimental impacts on the lives of essential workers.


An Autoethnography Of A Doctoral Student’S Identity Development Through Exposure To Short-Term Study Abroad., Cheri L. Hatcher Jan 2024

An Autoethnography Of A Doctoral Student’S Identity Development Through Exposure To Short-Term Study Abroad., Cheri L. Hatcher

Adult Education Research Conference

This is a reflective autoethnographic study about my short-term study abroad (SSA) experiences as a doctoral student in a US-based adult education program.


A Literature Review Of Geographic Representation In Adult Education Research, Angela Kissel Jan 2024

A Literature Review Of Geographic Representation In Adult Education Research, Angela Kissel

Adult Education Research Conference

The purpose of this literature review is to determine how adult education research is geographically represented by topic and population in three adult education journals from 1998 through 2023.