Philosophy of Adult & Career Education

Dorea Hardy

Dr. Kenneth OttHistory and Philosophy of Adult and Career Education

ACED 7020

February 4, 2013Valdosta State University

Agenda

My Background What is Adult & Career Education to me? What is the purpose, focus & importance? Who are Adult Learners? What are the benefits? Who should teach & what should be taught?

My Background

Family of life long learners

My Background

Extracurricular Activities

My Background

Quality Education

What is ACED to me?

Potential Personal Development Self-Confidence Goal Achievement Economic Society

What is the purpose of ACED?

To train students in skills that will lead to careers

To promote collaboration and reflection To develop greater critical thinking

skills To develop team work skills To create a more effective/responsible

society member

What is ACED’s focus?

Foundations Personal Responsibility Researching Skills Safety Self-Confidence

Why is ACED important?

Personal Growth and Self-Confidence New Career Paths or

Enhancement in a Current Career Local Economy America’s Economy America’s Global Presence

Who are Adult Learners?

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Who are Adult Learners?

Anyone 16 years or olderSomeone seeking a new career

Someone seeking to enhance their current education or skillset level

Someone seeking to remain “current” in their area of expertise

Someone seeking to get back into the workforce after a period of being “away”

What are the Benefits of ACED?

Personal Growth & Self-Confidence Critical Thinking Skills Enhanced Marketable Skills Increased Income Opportunities Increased Respect For Others Contributions to Society Globally Competitive Workforce

Who should teach ACED?

Someone who… …is a content area expert …has a concept of responsibility …can break knowledge down

into learnable chunks …is willing to help others understand …has patience

Where should ACED be taught?

High School Technical / Vocational

School Two Year Colleges Clinics & Seminars On the Job In the Community

Summary

Broad Field Large Age Range Personal Goals to Global

Outcomes Variety of Benefits Teaching isn’t for everyone Education is Everywhere