North Carolina State University at Raleigh · Courses
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96 courses with the subject EAC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
EAC 301Introduction to Leadership Fundamentals ()3
This course will provide basic understandings of the components of leadership that can be applied to their current and future leadership experiences on campus or in their individual communities, and to provide a model of critical reflection for those applications. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Sophomore standing, Junior standing, or Senior standing
EAC 496Special Topics in Adult Learning and Leadership (1-6
credit hours) Exploration of specialized areas and topics of current interest in adult learning and leadership. This course is offered based upon demand
Examination of important social, political and economic issues affecting present and future operation of colleges and universities in America. Graduate standing or PBS status required. Typically offered in Spring only
Introduction to the field of adult education as an area of graduate study and practice. It is intended for those who have experience or desire to work with adult learners or with organizations that serve adult learner populations. Typically offered in Fall only
EAC 525Learning for Civic Engagement and Social Change (3
credit hours) Learning for Civic Engagement & Social Change is an introduction to theories of civic participation, engagement, and learning. Also addressed are the knowledge, dispositions, and skills necessary to engage effectively in forms of public life, including community organizing and social movements. For professionals in various roles in adult and lifelong education who want to support democratic participation, it is necessary to understand issues related to broader social issues, and especially to have the tools necessary to promote and enact learning and change at community and societal levels. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
The course focuses on exploring the issues and considerations in online teaching and introduce students to some of the tools involved in the process. Students will develop strategies for teaching online and for managing the online classroom. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
EAC 541Administration and Finance of Student Affairs (3
hours) Examination of the role of student affairs in higher education institutions to include: organizational structures, leadership and decision-making, planning and budgeting, staffing and supervision. Typically offered in Spring only
Gain an understanding of the major student development theories and emerging professional literatures in this area. Provide opportunities for students to develop skills in applying student developmental theory to specific student affairs settings, issues, and populations. Typically offered in Fall only
EAC 544History of the College Student Experience in the United
States (3 credit hours) This course will review the history of higher education in the United States from the colonial period to the present with particular attention to the ways in which shifting policies and practices in higher education institutions have affected the college student experience and the student affairs profession. Graduate standing or PBS status required.
EAC 545Higher Education Masters Professional Seminar (3
hours) Emphasizes application of concepts and theories learned in previously completed coursework to understand and analyze current issues facing student affairs professionals. Focuses particularly on the job search process and transition out of graduate school. Facilitates the transition from student to full-time student affairs professional through critical examination, synthesis, integration, and practical application of prior and concurrent coursework. R: EAC 540 and EAC 542 and EAC 543 Typically offered in Spring only
Exploration of college student retention theories, relevant research, and exemplary retention programs. Examines student retention and completion within four-year colleges and universities as well as student persistence within and transfer from community colleges. Typically offered in Spring only
Introduction to ethics and social responsibility in adult education, training, higher education and other work and educational environments in a global setting. Emphasis on addressing moral and ethical issues in the workplace and education by applying critical thinking and analysis processes to ethical dilemmas. Graduate standing or PBS status required. Typically offered in Fall only
EAC 556Organization Change in HRD: Theory & Practice (3
hours) Organization Change in Human Resource Development provides an introduction to the theory and practice of change within the context of adult education programs, other organizations, communities and societies. Graduate standing or PBS status required. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
An inquiry into the characteristics and background, learning processes, motivation and participation of adult learners in a variety of educational contexts. Emphasis on adult learning theories, models, principles and their application to educational design and delivery. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
EAC 560Assessment & Evaluation in Adult & Higher Education (3
credit hours) Introduces students to assessment and evaluation principles and practices from a range of perspectives. Covers uses and limitations of a broad range of assessment and evaluation approaches in adult education settings, with particular focus on college and university teaching. Typically offered in Spring and Summer
EAC 581Advanced Instructional Design in Training and3
Development (3 credit hours) In-depth analysis of instructional systems design (ISD) theory and practice using professional competency models. Organizational training requirements, development of performance objectives and measures, design of instructional materials, and address of evaluation issues in training programs in business and industry. Research and development of instructional design projects relating to ISD process and model. Graduate standing or PBS status required. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
EAC 584Evaluating Training Transfer and Effectiveness (3
hours) Philosophy, strategies, and procedures for evaluating effectiveness of training programs. Development of multi-level evaluation plan for use with training program to study outcomes and process of training from perception to organizational impact. Design of evaluation methods and instruments, data collection, analysis, and interpretation for each level o evaluation emphasizing transfer of training. Graduate standing or PBS status required. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
EAC 585Integrating Technology into Training Program (3
hours) Appropriate technologies for design and delivery of effective training programs. Performance-based training models for distance and individualized learning through audio, video, computer-based, and multimedia technologies. Planning decisions for selecting/developing appropriate technologies to support specific training outcomes, adult learner characteristics, and organizational training resources. Graduate standing or PBS status required. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Teaching experience under the mentorship of faculty who assist the student in planning for the teaching assignment, observe and provide feedback to the student during the teaching assignment, and evaluate the student upon completion of the assignment. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
For graduate students whose programs of work specify no formal course work during a summer session and who will be devoting full time to thesis research. Typically offered in Summer only EAC 699/ECD 699/ECI 699/ELP 699/EMS 699/EOE 699 Master's Thesis Preparation (1-9 credit hours) For students who have completed all credit hour requirements and full- time enrollment for the master's degree and are writing and defending their theses. Typically offered in Spring only
Promotion of understanding of many facets of the college and university presidency. Investigation and analysis of college and university from the perspective of students's own careers and from the literature on the presidency. The president as institutional leader. Typically offered in Spring only This course is offered alternate even years Graduate Catalog 901
EAC 708Continuing Education for the Professions ()3
Theoretical and research literature related to study of continuing education for the professions. Examination of roles of educator in leading continuing professional education, including concepts of return on investment, credentialing, and continuing profession education trends. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
EAC 711Reflective Practice and Research Inquiry ()3
Initial doctoral seminar to enhance understanding of critically reflective practice, doctoral scholarly inquiry and current issues and debates in adult education scholarship and research. Typically offered in Fall and Summer
Provides an introduction to theory and practice of change within the context of adult education organizations, communities, and societies. Emphasis on theory and practice of change in adult education and training and developmental contexts. Typically offered in Fall only
EAC 716History Of Higher Education In the United States (3
hours) History of higher education from colonial period to the present. Emphasis on influence of philosophic, political, social and economic forces upon function and structure of higher education. Typically offered in Fall only This course is offered alternate years
EAC 730Foundations of Adult, Higher, and Human Res
Education (3 credit hours) An inquiry into the characteristics and background, learning processes, motivation and participation of adult learners in a variety of educational contexts. Emphasis on adult learning theories, models, principles and their application to educational design and delivery. Doctoral status required. Typically offered in Fall only
EAC 731Technology in Adult, Higher, and Human Resource
Education (3 credit hours) Introduces the students to the role of technology in education. Positive and critical aspects will be addressed. Draws on theory and practice from numerous disciplines, including: adult education; distance education; educational, instructional and communication technologies; and, the teaching and learning sciences. Analysis of how education in the workplace, higher education and adult/community contexts is being transformed by technology. Evaluation of the complex interrelationships among education, learning and technology. Doctoral status required. Typically offered in Fall only
EAC 732Globalization Intl Issues Adult Higher Hum Res Ed (3
credit hours) This core course focuses on globalization and its implications for the study and practice of adult, higher, and human resource education, as well as the evolution and increase of diverse international perspectives in the scholarship and policy arenas viewed from an interdisciplinary perspective. Doctoral status required. Typically offered in Spring only
Additional NC State courses can be incorporated into the program upon agreement between the program coordinator and the student. For course descriptions, please refer to the NCSU listing of courses. Other Information: All graduate students are expected to either pass the AHE technology competencies through a testing out procedure or to attend a workshop at the beginning of their studies. For further information, see the Certificate in Training and Development website or the Adult and Higher Education website.
This course uses a multicultural competence framework to explore issues of diversity and social justice in higher education and the broader society. Issues of privilege, power, and oppression are explored and discussed in depth as well as the intersection of multiple identities and oppressions. Typically offered in Spring only
EAC 761Gender Studies in Adult Higher Education ()3
Explores topics and issues related to the experiences of men and women in adult and higher education. This includes examination of meanings and applications of diverse feminisms, particularly as they apply to study of gendered patterns of student development in higher education. Typically offered in Spring only This course is offered alternate even years
EAC 762Meaning and Purpose in Higher Education ()3
Meaning and Purpose in Higher Education invites graduate students pursuing careers in higher education to cast a vision for their work that is attuned to and grounded in the deeper purposes, values, and philosophies that matter most to them. The course engages perspectives from a variety of philosophical and religious traditions and delves into research that illuminates the complex story of meaning, purpose, spirituality, and religion in higher education communities across time. Typically offered in Spring only This course is offered alternate odd years
Analysis of social, political, economic, and ethical issues influencing effective practice of adult education. Participant formulation and analysis of problems, issues, and challenges relevant to their practice and advanced graduate study. Adult and Community College Education, including 3 semester hours of either quantative or qualitative research methods. Typically offered in Spring only
15 Semester hours of graduate credit in the Department of
EAC 767Education Of Special Adult Populations ()3
Analysis and development of adult education responses to needs and characteristics of special adult populations such as nonliterate, unemployed, handicapped and older adults. Typically offered in Spring and Summer
Constitutional, statutory and case law in relationship to higher education. Emphasis on faculty, student and staff rights and tort liability. Typically offered in Spring only This course is offered alternate years
Intermediate graduate level course in applied qualitative methodology following an introductory course in qualitative methods. Focuses on analytical approaches and tools used with qualitative data, with particular emphasis on adult and higher education and human resource development. Typically offered in Fall only
hours) Advanced guidance for students designing or preparing for qualitative study. Emphasis on developing deeper understanding of theoretical issues informing qualitative research, including assessing validity of data and justifying design. Student development of a research proposal. Typically offered in Fall only
Teaching experience under the mentorship of faculty who assist the student in planning for the teaching assignment, observe and provide feedback to the student during the teaching assignment, and evaluate the student upon completion of the assignment. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
A project or problem in research in education for graduate students, supervised by members of graduate faculty. Choice of research on basis of individual students' interests and not to be part of thesis or dissertation research. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
For graduate students whose programs of work specify no formal course work during a summer session and who will be devoting full time to thesis research. Typically offered in Summer only
