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Routledge
14 December 2023
Career Pathways in Adult Education showcases the wide-ranging possibilities for a satisfying career in the field of adult education.

Along with practical advice for launching and advancing a career in adult education, this book includes personal stories and insights from adult education professionals which focus on the research, practices, programs, and services within multiple industries. Divided into two parts, the book begins by examining transferable skills that adult educators need to be successful in any adult education career. Chapters in the second part focus on specific career opportunities for those with adult education backgrounds, including discussions around career lifecycle from entry to advancement, career development, and future trends. Written by active practitioners in adult education, chapters are designed to be practical, informative, and thought-provoking regarding career entry, progression, development, and advancement.

A truly one-of-a-kind text, Career Pathways in Adult Education is the ideal companion for students and professionals looking to transition into adult education as well as graduate program administrators who wish to share the importance of their programs.

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Imprint:   Routledge
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 254mm,  Width: 178mm, 
Weight:   1.480kg
ISBN:   9781032195261
ISBN 10:   1032195266
Series:   American Association for Adult and Continuing Education
Pages:   250
Publication Date:  
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Primary
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Contents Foreword Vanessa Sheared, Immediate Past President, AAACE Preface About the Editors List of Contributors Introduction: A Career in Adult Education E. Paulette Isaac-Savage, Paul G. Putman, and Catherine H. Monaghan Part I: Primary Skills of an Adult Educator Chapter 1: Overview of the Field of Adult Education Kayon Murray-Johnson and Jovita M. Ross-Gordon Chapter 2: Practical Skills for Teaching Adults Wendy Green and Alexander Hoffman Chapter 3: Facilitation Skills Casandra Blassingame Chapter 4: Program Planning Skills Christy M. Rhodes and Steven W. Schmidt Chapter 5: Assessment, Evaluation, and Educational Research Skills Lilian H. Hill Chapter 6: Technology Skills Michael D. Porterfield Part II: Practitioner’s Voices Chapter 7: Adult Basic Education/English as a Second Language/Family Literacy Stephanie W. Collins Chapter 8: Adult Environmental Education Wendy Griswold Chapter 9: Community-based Adult Education Hleziphi Naomie Nyanungo Chapter 10: Consulting Cathryn A. Hennes Chapter 11: Corporate Training, Global Learning and Talent Management Murray Winland and Catherine H. Monaghan Chapter 12: Correctional Education Rosary-Joyce Kennedy Chapter 13: Cultural Institutions and Museum Education Claire Aldenhuysen Chapter 14: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ian C. Barrett Chapter 15: Health Professions Education Michael L. Rowland Chapter 16: Military Education Royce Ann Collins and James B. Martin Chapter 17: The Nonprofit Sector Paul G. Putman Chapter 18: Online Learning and Instructional Design Caryn Lanzo and Michael D. Porterfield Chapter 19: Policy Leadership in Adult Education Reform Elizabeth A. Roumell, Alexis T. Cherewka, and Aaron J. Reyna Chapter 20: Professional Development within the K-12 Setting Christina Meecha Chapter 21: Professional Organizations Shawna L. Strickland Chapter 22: Religious Education Trammell L. Bristol Chapter 23: Workforce Development Careers Yvonne Hunter-Johnson Conclusion: Creating a Career in Adult Education Appendix Index

Catherine H. Monaghan is Associate Professor Emeritus of Adult, Professional, and Higher Education at Cleveland State University, USA. E. Paulette Isaac-Savage is Professor of Adult Education at the University of Missouri–St. Louis and is President of the American Association for Adult and Continuing Education (AAACE), USA. Paul G. Putman is President and CEO of the Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund (TREE Fund), USA.

Reviews for Career Pathways in Adult Education: Perspectives and Opportunities

"""Career Pathways in Adult Education is a well-timed resource. The authors crafted together a wealth of information and expertise for current and future practitioners. I recommend it as a required read for those exploring alternative career paths."" -Anthony C. Adkisson, PhD., Principal Technical Assistant Consultant, American Institutes for Research ""Career Pathways in Adult Education is a long-awaited resource answering the question, 'What can I do with a degree in adult education?' This excellent book is well conceptualized, drawing from research and practitioner experiences to provide an expansive portrait of possible careers. A complementary resource for the Foundations of Adult Education."" -Mary V. Alfred, PhD., Professor Emerita, Texas A&M University ""Career Pathways in Adult Education will be valuable to those learning about the field of adult education for the first time as well as those seeking to transfer their adult education experiences and skills to a different segment of the field."" -Ronald M. Cervero, PhD., Professor and Deputy Director, Health Professions Education, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences ""This book thoughtfully details a wide-ranging exploration of adult education opportunities for professionals to enhance their skills and careers. The authors provide a toolbox of expertise to build a foundation for instructional and administrative success in adult education. A must-read for anyone striving to impact lifelong learners!"" -Kelly Mobray, Director of Adult Education, Salina Public Schools"


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