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Adult Learners And Credit For Prior Learning: Analytical Thinking And Motives, Carrie J. Boden, Catherine A. Cherrstrom, Todd Sherron
Adult Learners And Credit For Prior Learning: Analytical Thinking And Motives, Carrie J. Boden, Catherine A. Cherrstrom, Todd Sherron
Adult Education Research Conference
This study examined 364 adult learners using linguistic inquiry and word count (LIWC) of reflective writing assignments with implications for adult learners and educators and credit for prior learning (CPL).
Leadership For Sustainability: A Case Study Of A University Research Center, Christiana Horn, Junghwan Kim
Leadership For Sustainability: A Case Study Of A University Research Center, Christiana Horn, Junghwan Kim
Adult Education Research Conference
Research centers provide benefits to an institution, but they struggle with funding. This paper presents how leaders and boards guide a university research center for sustainable organizational development.
Building A Community Of Practice Among Online Edd Students, Linda Lopez-George
Building A Community Of Practice Among Online Edd Students, Linda Lopez-George
Adult Education Research Conference
To address feelings of isolation among online doctoral students an action research paradigm explored a virtual community of practice with computer-mediated communication tools integrated in the mixed methods study.
Hispanic And Non-Hispanic Adult Learners: Analytical Thinking And Affiliation, Catherine A. Cherrstrom
Hispanic And Non-Hispanic Adult Learners: Analytical Thinking And Affiliation, Catherine A. Cherrstrom
Adult Education Research Conference
This study examined 364 Hispanic and non-Hispanic adult learners using linguistic inquiry and word count (LIWC) of reflective writing assignments with implications for adult learners and educators.
Promoting Learning And Upskilling For Success (Plus): An Inclusive Excellence Framework To Facilitate Workplace Readiness Of Underrepresented Adult Learners (Uals), T. Christa Guilbaud, Patrick Guilbaud
Promoting Learning And Upskilling For Success (Plus): An Inclusive Excellence Framework To Facilitate Workplace Readiness Of Underrepresented Adult Learners (Uals), T. Christa Guilbaud, Patrick Guilbaud
Adult Education Research Conference
We propose Promoting Learning and Upskilling for Success, an inclusive excellence framework developed to help underrepresented adult learners gain the knowledge and competence needed for the modern workplace.
Adult Education (And Educators) And The Mental Health Crisis, Cheryl Zelle
Adult Education (And Educators) And The Mental Health Crisis, Cheryl Zelle
Adult Education Research Conference
The field of adult education needs to engage in deep reflection and discourse about adult educators’ role in responding to the mental health crisis in higher education.
A Decade Of Prior Learning Assessment: A Systematic Review Of Global Literature, Carrie J. Boden, Catherine A. Cherrstrom, Todd Sherron
A Decade Of Prior Learning Assessment: A Systematic Review Of Global Literature, Carrie J. Boden, Catherine A. Cherrstrom, Todd Sherron
Adult Education Research Conference
Prior learning assessment (PLA) offers a powerful tool to adult learners. The purpose of this review was to systematically examine the global academic literature related to PLA over a decade.
Where In The World? Adult Educator Learning And Professional Development Leading Study Abroad Programs, Joellen E. Coryell, Cheri Hatcher
Where In The World? Adult Educator Learning And Professional Development Leading Study Abroad Programs, Joellen E. Coryell, Cheri Hatcher
Adult Education Research Conference
In this summary of on-going research, we discuss our investigation about adult educator motivations and professional development to lead study abroad programs for adults.
Developing Profoundabilities: A New Model For Adult Educators, Carol Rogers Shaw, Michael Kroth, Davin Carr-Chellman
Developing Profoundabilities: A New Model For Adult Educators, Carol Rogers Shaw, Michael Kroth, Davin Carr-Chellman
Adult Education Research Conference
The Profoundabilities Model of human potentiality highlights the development of remarkable abilities in all learners. It emphasizes well-being and flourishing through a strength-based approach to adult education.
A Model For Becoming An Inclusive Adult Educator: Designing For Disability, Tulare W. Park, Kayla D. Mohney, Erica R. Moore, Carol Rogers-Shaw
A Model For Becoming An Inclusive Adult Educator: Designing For Disability, Tulare W. Park, Kayla D. Mohney, Erica R. Moore, Carol Rogers-Shaw
Adult Education Research Conference
This evidence-based model of inclusive teaching offers knowledge and practical applications for adult educators. It provides strategies for equitably addressing all student needs, particularly those with disabilities.
Reconsidering Culture In Research: Attracting And Retaining Culturally Diverse Research Participants, Cheri L. Hatcher
Reconsidering Culture In Research: Attracting And Retaining Culturally Diverse Research Participants, Cheri L. Hatcher
Adult Education Research Conference
The U.S. Census projects that by 2060, minorities will comprise 60 percent of the population, presenting challenges to researchers using human subjects with widening cultural, gender, identity, and disability characteristics.
Exploring The Grit Narrative Through Andragogy: Implications For Adult Education, Jennifer L. Pemberton, Ted Mccadden
Exploring The Grit Narrative Through Andragogy: Implications For Adult Education, Jennifer L. Pemberton, Ted Mccadden
Adult Education Research Conference
An exploration of the intersection of andragogy and the grit narrative serves to position grit in the adult education literature and considers the unsuitability of this ideology for adult learners.
“Can You Just Move The Curtain?”: Stories Of Women From The Educational Underclass At The College Door, Janet Kaplan-Bucciarelli
“Can You Just Move The Curtain?”: Stories Of Women From The Educational Underclass At The College Door, Janet Kaplan-Bucciarelli
Adult Education Research Conference
This study explores prospective students’ lives and beliefs about college, and proposes principles and practices that respond holistically to learners’ strengths and vulnerabilities rather than emphasizing academic deficiencies.
Perspectives On Feminist Approaches To Adult Education In International Education And Development Settings, Brigette A. Herron
Perspectives On Feminist Approaches To Adult Education In International Education And Development Settings, Brigette A. Herron
Adult Education Research Conference
This empirical paper describes the preliminary results of a qualitative interview study about the feminist pedagogy of women adult educators teaching in international and development settings.
Disclosure And Self-Advocacy In Higher Education: Emerging Into Adulthood With A Disability, Carol Rogers Shaw
Disclosure And Self-Advocacy In Higher Education: Emerging Into Adulthood With A Disability, Carol Rogers Shaw
Adult Education Research Conference
A study of leaners with disabilities in postsecondary education moving from dependent special education K12 students to self-authored adult learners reveals complex disclosure and self-advocacy interactions with faculty, peers, and disability staff.
Men’S Success In Higher Education: Model Building, Karie A. Coffman Phd, Catherine H. Monaghan Ph.D.
Men’S Success In Higher Education: Model Building, Karie A. Coffman Phd, Catherine H. Monaghan Ph.D.
Adult Education Research Conference
This research addressed degree completion among adult male students. Findings illustrated that persistence depended on grit and a campus community where they could contribute and receive support to graduate.
Effects Of Three Dimensions Of Shared Leadership On Team Members’ Perceptions On Trust And Team Performance, Mirim Kim, Soo Jeoung Han
Effects Of Three Dimensions Of Shared Leadership On Team Members’ Perceptions On Trust And Team Performance, Mirim Kim, Soo Jeoung Han
Adult Education Research Conference
We conducted a survey with teams to identify the underlying dimensions of shared leadership and examine the effects of shared leadership on the level of trust and team performance.
Young Adult, Adult Learner And Faculty Perceptions On The Integration Of Diversity And Social Justice Education In The Classroom, Reba Fuggs, Robert F. Reardon, Amanda R. Young
Young Adult, Adult Learner And Faculty Perceptions On The Integration Of Diversity And Social Justice Education In The Classroom, Reba Fuggs, Robert F. Reardon, Amanda R. Young
Adult Education Research Conference
As diversity within the classroom soars, evaluating the curriculum and assessing perceptions about the integration of diversity and social justice education is integral.
Unexpected Learning: Development Of The Cop And Its Members #Generational-Shift, Carol A. Olszewski Ma, Mt-Bc, Kyle A. Znamenak Ma, Keli B. Pontikos Ma, Toni M. Paoletta Med, Catherine A. Hansman Phd, Karie A. Coffman Phd, Matthew L. Selker Mpa
Unexpected Learning: Development Of The Cop And Its Members #Generational-Shift, Carol A. Olszewski Ma, Mt-Bc, Kyle A. Znamenak Ma, Keli B. Pontikos Ma, Toni M. Paoletta Med, Catherine A. Hansman Phd, Karie A. Coffman Phd, Matthew L. Selker Mpa
Adult Education Research Conference
Our research explores how multigenerational CoPs may provide graduate students, particularly doctoral students, the space to explore and develop their professional identities and find their scholarly voices.
Curation In Education: Implications For Adult Educators In Teaching And Research, Catherine A. Cherrstrom, Carrie Boden
Curation In Education: Implications For Adult Educators In Teaching And Research, Catherine A. Cherrstrom, Carrie Boden
Adult Education Research Conference
This systematic and integrative literature review examined curation in education with implications for adult educators in teaching and research and adult students in learning.
Theorizing Best Practices For Preventing Sexual Assaults In Higher Education: Adult Educators' Perspectives, Amber Giffin, Mitsunori Misawa
Theorizing Best Practices For Preventing Sexual Assaults In Higher Education: Adult Educators' Perspectives, Amber Giffin, Mitsunori Misawa
Adult Education Research Conference
This paper analyzes the literature regarding universities’ sexual assault prevention programs in an effort to identify best practices for reducing the number of sexual assaults on university campuses.
Making The Case For Doctoral Student Success Through Group Advising And Dissertations, Diane D. Chapman, Michelle Bartlett
Making The Case For Doctoral Student Success Through Group Advising And Dissertations, Diane D. Chapman, Michelle Bartlett
Adult Education Research Conference
Many adult doctoral students at dissertation stage are isolated and unable to focus. Group advising and group dissertation work may combat barriers to completion and lead to greater student success.
Move Over, Descartes! Neuroscience Says You’Re Wrong., Kathleen Taylor, Catherine Marienau
Move Over, Descartes! Neuroscience Says You’Re Wrong., Kathleen Taylor, Catherine Marienau
Adult Education Research Conference
Recent discoveries in neuroscience—“we feel, therefore we learn”—contradict Descartes’ rejection of the body’s role in thinking. This presentation examines implications for adult learning.
Resisting The Pressures Of Academia: The Importance Of Including Care In Doctoral Study, Carol Rogers-Shaw, Davin Carr-Chellman
Resisting The Pressures Of Academia: The Importance Of Including Care In Doctoral Study, Carol Rogers-Shaw, Davin Carr-Chellman
Adult Education Research Conference
This study examines the effects of caring relationships in doctoral study. An exploration of the experiences of first year female students showed care facilitated learning.
Self-Directed Advising For Online Graduate Students, Kalpana Gupta
Self-Directed Advising For Online Graduate Students, Kalpana Gupta
Adult Education Research Conference
Self-directed advising provides advisees and advisors to take active roles in the advising process. During this roundtable session, the use of self-directed advising will be discussed to consider future implications.
Women University Presidents: Learning Through Leadership Development Programs, Christiana Horn
Women University Presidents: Learning Through Leadership Development Programs, Christiana Horn
Adult Education Research Conference
Women administrators face a number of challenges in their pursuit of a university presidency. Leadership development programs provide valuable learning experiences that strengthen their potential of becoming a university president.
Finding Opportunity In Change: Community Empowerment & Metagogy, Gabriele Strohschen
Finding Opportunity In Change: Community Empowerment & Metagogy, Gabriele Strohschen
Adult Education Research Conference
This paper shares the lessons learned about university-level adult education program development in the context of a Cross-Sector Collaborative in Chicago that developed the "Metagogy Theorem"
Midlife Career Change To Tenured/Tenure-Track And Non-Tenure-Line Faculty: Shared And Unique Challenges, Supports, And Strategies, Catherine A. Cherrstrom
Midlife Career Change To Tenured/Tenure-Track And Non-Tenure-Line Faculty: Shared And Unique Challenges, Supports, And Strategies, Catherine A. Cherrstrom
Adult Education Research Conference
These studies investigated the career transition and strategies of women midlife career changers to tenured/tenure-track and non-tenure-line faculty. Major findings included a career transition process and related challenges, supports, and strategies and feature participant voices.
“Creating What I Think I Should Be Doing”: Contradictions And Learning Of College Job Changers, Joann S. Olson, Junghwan Kim
“Creating What I Think I Should Be Doing”: Contradictions And Learning Of College Job Changers, Joann S. Olson, Junghwan Kim
Adult Education Research Conference
This roundtable, and the study it is based on, outlines how non-faculty staff at a small college described their own workplace learning after a “significant” job change (as defined by the participant).
Career Construction As A Way To Promote Self-Determined Vocational Choices Of People With Disabilities, Chang-Kyu Kwon
Career Construction As A Way To Promote Self-Determined Vocational Choices Of People With Disabilities, Chang-Kyu Kwon
Adult Education Research Conference
The purpose of this round table is to discuss how transformative learning theory can be utilized to increase the quality of career development and vocational rehabilitation of people with disabilities.