Adult Learning and Development

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1 Adult Learning and Development A lifelong investment

2 Contents Introduction 1 1. Bachelor of Adult Learning and Development 3 2. Postgraduate options for learning and development professionals 5 Master in Education (specialising in Work and Learning Studies) 5 Master in Regional and Community Development 6 Master in Adult Education (Global) 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Mentoring and Coaching 8 Entry requirements 9

3 Our changing world requires that we develop new ways of working, learning and living. We give people who support the learning and development of adults and communities an outlook to meet this challenge. If you re a teacher, trainer, community developer, learning facilitator, human resources professional or involved in the coaching and mentoring of adult learners in a range of settings, Monash University s Faculty of Education offers you a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in work, learning and development studies. Our courses are for people who want to reflect on and enhance the ways they support adult learning and community development. They are for people with a genuine interest in how workplace, environmental and social changes affect themselves and others, and are committed to helping others adapt to change. Flexible delivery to suit real people Most students of our adult learning and development courses are in current employment within the field. Monash recognises the need to balance your life goals and responsibilities with the desire to improve your knowledge and acquire qualifications through further study. We also recognise that your prior work and life experience counts, so we ve factored that in to your learning experience at Monash. Our courses are designed with the broad practice of adult learning in mind. We offer a range of flexible options designed to suit students who come with real life, work and community experience and needs. The modes of learning differ, depending on the course you undertake, but may include part time, full time, a combination of intensive faceto-face and on-line learning or remote/distance learning using a range of online facilities. Check details of the individual courses listed within this brochure or find out more online at Monash offers its students a truly global perspective and opens up a new world of thinking about adult learning and development. It brings together people working in diverse roles, whether in Australia or around the world, to explore and develop the expanding field of adult education and training. Our adult learning and development courses offer a range of pathways whether you want to gain formal qualifications; extend your professional development, or achieve a competitive edge in a changing employment market where there is growing demand for people with expertise in adult learning and development skills. Honours PhD Masters by Coursework eg Master of Education (specialising in Work and Learning Studies) Masters by Research (eg Master of Education (Coursework & Thesis) or Master of Education (Thesis only)) Undergraduate Degree (eg Bachelor of Adult Learning and Development) Prior Study and Professional Experience (*Gives RPL) 1

4 Student profile Margaret Thorne Graduate, Bachelor of Adult Learning and Development Margaret considered undertaking university study for several years but hadn t identified what type of degree she was willing to devote her energies to until she read about the Bachelor of Adult Learning and Development. I really didn t want to undertake study for the sake of it when I saw this course advertised I instantly knew that this was the type of degree for me... it suited my needs so much because it provided Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), and as I had been working in the field of adult learning and development for several years beforehand, my experience was acknowledged. It was an opportunity to upgrade my formal qualifications in an area that really interested me. Margaret is currently employed by CAE (Centre for Adult Education) Melbourne as a teacher and workplace coordinator in Aged Care and Home and Community Care in Community Services Education. When she commenced her employment at CAE nearly seven years ago, she was undertaking her bachelors degree and feels it contributed to a successful outcome: I believe that this course of study certainly was one of the aspects that helped me to obtain a teaching job at CAE because of its focus on adult education. she said. When asked what aspects she d most enjoyed about studying at the faculty, Margaret commented: I enjoyed studying with other people who were also involved in adult education from various backgrounds in a supportive environment and sharing information with each other. The evening and weekend classes worked in very well with my working arrangements and I enjoyed the range of practical learning activities that increased my knowledge of the adult learning sector, provoked my established thinking and enhanced my teaching practice. Margaret also noted that apart from helping her in her current work role, the course provided me with the opportunity to network more effectively with others involved in various areas of adult education and explore other study opportunities, hence my decision to undertake a Master of Education. Also, as a mature aged student, it provided me with more confidence in knowing that I could achieve as much as I desired. Margaret completed her degree, graduating in 2004 and found she d enjoyed the challenge of study so much that she wanted more! She embarked upon further studies by enrolling in a Master of Education by research and is now in her final year: After completing the bachelors qualification, I knew that I really enjoyed research so decided to undertake a postgraduate course that would be an extension of this and continue to benefit my current work. 2

5 1. Bachelor of Adult Learning and Development The Bachelor of Adult Learning and Development offers a contemporary, cuttingedge approach to workplace and community education and development. Recently reviewed and redeveloped, this highly regarded course is designed for people without an existing university qualification who are working and leading in the adult education field in areas such as TAFE, private or Adult Community Education (ACE) providers, or industry/corporate sector training and development programs. As a student you will have access to the latest research into adult learning and development, providing you with the opportunity to upgrade your qualifications, gain recognition for prior experience and enhance your professional career. We consulted widely with key stakeholders to design a program that prepares learning and development professionals for today s diverse business and community needs and tomorrow s challenges. Students will examine adult learning theory and methods, workplace learning and development, program design and delivery, flexible learning and multimedia, and innovation and sustainability. You will be able to use this knowledge to improve adult learning outcomes, contributing to the development of individuals, organisations, industry, and local and global communities. This program is structured to be completed in just two years of full time study. This is achieved by the recognition of prior learning (RPL) for the first year of the degree in the form of relevant workplace or community experience, and post-school qualifications, such as a certificate/diploma in workplace training and assessment, vocational training or a trade certificate. To enhance the learning opportunities presented by this course you will ideally have access to either a formal or informal adult learning environment during the course, so that you can apply your knowledge in a real-life context. Visit course/2296 for further information about this course. Professional and Study Pathways Graduates of this course are already committed to working in this sector. This course develops and enhances their career prospects in teaching adult learners in technical and further education (vocational training), industry, and adult and community education centres. The Faculty of Education offers a suite of courses in the field of adult learning and development and possible postgraduate pathways are illustrated within this brochure. After completing the Bachelor of Adult Learning and Development students may consider undertaking a Masters degree by coursework to further their knowledge. They may also elect to undertake a Master of Education by research which could later lead to PhD studies. Year level Semester Units Units Units Units First year Recognition of Prior Learning equivalent to 48 points Second year 1 EDF2801 Adult educational practices 1 2 EDF2809 Workplace learning and development EDF2803 Learning and researching in work-related contexts EDF2802 Contexts of adult learning and development EDF2804 Multimedia in adult education: policy and practice EDF2810 Program and design delivery EDF2805 Multimedia in adult education: Implementation and evaluation EDF2811 Working with difference Third year 1 EDF3807 Contemporary workplaces: Issues and practices EDF3802 Work, development and identity EDF3808 Researching adult and workplace learning EDF3810 Mentoring at work 2 EDF3806 Future directions in adult learning and development EDF3811 Policy and change in adult education and training EDF3804 Independent work-based project EDF3809 Independent work-based project 2 3

6 Student profile Lyn Pewtress Current student, Master of Education specialising in Work and Learning Studies Qualified as an early childhood, primary and special education teacher, Lyn took time off from the formal workplace to be at home with her two children in their formative pre and early school years. There is nothing more rewarding and yet also challenging than being at home with your children to see them develop and grow into wonderful little people she says. Lyn noted that this personal priority has in turn formed the basis of her postgraduate studies at Monash University. Currently busy with the research thesis component of her Masters, Lyn s working title is: What are the reasons why new mothers are returning to work within the first twelve months on a full or part-time capacity? Her investigations centre around the explanations as to why women with young babies are returning to the workforce. Her research to date highlights that whilst financial concerns are a significant influence, they are not the only reason for many individual mothers. When asked what had prompted her to undertake further studies at Monash University, Lyn replied that she d chosen Monash s Faculty of Education for a number of reasons close locality to my home and ease of access (makes life much easier with young children who attend school and child care); availability of evening classes; matching of course subjects to my needs (ie. specialism stream in Work and Learning Studies); and Monash s good name of course! Lyn has been pleased with her decision: I have met some amazing lecturers whose enthusiasm for their teaching is contagious. They have inspired me in both the learning I have obtained from their class and the belief that I can do well if I dedicate myself to it. I enjoy the face-to-face evening classes, where I can be inspired by the teaching staff and other students. It is wonderful to be able to be intellectually stimulated while being a stay-at-home mum. I also enjoy the socialisation and the interaction with a wide range of people working in various occupations. Finally, I feel proud of the achievements I have made in the course, and the enormous knowledge I have gained since I began. Having spent over eight years out of the paid workforce, Lyn has had time to reflect on her career and determine which aspects she d most enjoyed. She s now identified a career path she d like to follow once her youngest child is happily settled at school. In the past I have had some limited experience in training adults while working in Special Education and primary/ early childhood education, and this area of teaching continues to interest me. Consequently, I would like to re-enter the workforce in a couple of years teaching adults in some capacity. Lyn plans to conclude her Masters studies by the end of 2010, complete a Certificate IV in training and assessment and then embark upon a reinvigorated career as a recognised trainer/teacher within the field of adult education. 4

7 2. Postgraduate options for learning and development professionals Master in Education (specialising in Work and Learning Studies) The Master in Education with a specialism in Work and Learning Studies explores the changing relationships between work, learning and identity from global and local perspectives. The program is geared for people working or interested in adult learning in diverse contexts, either locally or internationally. You will find the course valuable if you are involved in postcompulsory schooling, TAFE or vocational educational training (VET), human resources development, workplace training, or adult, community and further education. Students will have the opportunity to investigate the theory, policy and practice of adult learning and development, and to analyse the effect of political, economic and social forces on work and learning. You will enhance your research, analysis and development skills and be able to apply these to your working life. Strong emphasis is placed on examining adult learning theory and practice, and its role in individual, professional, organisational and community development, citizenship and transformation in a global era. This course is available to both domestic and international students. Domestic students can study on or off campus on a full-time or parttime basis. In compliance with visa regulations, international students may only study full-time if enrolled on campus. If enrolled in off campus mode, they may study either full or part-time. Visit course/2500 for further information about this course. Professional and Study Pathways This Master of Education specialism is designed to assist the professional development needs of those working within the adult learning, vocational and further education and training sector. This course inspires educators to take the next step in their career by developing a higher level approach to key issues within the industry. The degree can be completed full-time in 18 months or in three years on a part-time basis. You have the option to exit with a Postgraduate Certificate of Education (successful completion of two units) or a Postgraduate Diploma of Education (successful completion of four units). Students who successfully undertake the research based components available within this specialism, could progress their studies to a PhD. Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Research core unit (12pts) 1 Research core unit (12pts) 1 Research core unit (12pts) 1 EDF6801 Learning at work in the knowledge economy (12pts) EDF6802 Adult education and training: theories and practices (12pts) EDF6810 Navigating education and work: global perspectives, local practices (12pts) EDF6801 Learning at work in the knowledge economy (12pts) EDF6802 Adult education and training: theories and practices (12pts) EDF6810 Navigating education and work: global perspectives, local practices (12pts) EDF6801 Learning at work in the knowledge economy (12pts) EDF6802 Adult education and training: theories and practices (12pts) EDF6810 Navigating education and work: global perspectives, local practices (12pts) Elective Unit (12pts) Elective Unit (12pts) Elective Unit (12pts) Professional project (12pts) (8,000 words) EDF6010 Professional project (A) OR EDF6020 Professional project (B) Research thesis (totalling 16,000 words) EDF6031 Masters thesis part 1 (12pts) AND EDF6032 Masters thesis part 2 (12pts) 5

8 Master in Regional and Community Development A commitment to people and place, social justice, human rights and a sustainable environment is the philosophy underpinning the Master in Regional and Community Development. This program is designed for people working in roles that require you to engage with the community and understand the politics of community and place. You may be working in the public or private social sector in areas such as community development, health, education, social welfare, community arts, criminal justice or the environment. You will be equipped with the skills to undertake planning and research in local, state, national and international public and private sector organisations. By understanding the strategic importance to public and private sector organisations of community and place, you will be able to contribute to the formation of socially and ecologically sustainable communities and places. The program explores key models and approaches to environmentally sustainable community development in the new contexts of globalisation and whole-of-government and partnership approaches. You will be able to work effectively towards the involvement of diverse (and often disadvantaged) sectors in the community. You will critically examine the practices of community planning to help you to engage directly in processes of planning and research. Your learning will be able to be applied in both local and international contexts The Master in Regional and Community Development is offered over three years on a part-time, off campus study basis for domestic students. This course is not available to international student visa holders. Visit course/3741 for further information about this course. Professional and Study Pathways The Master in Regional and Community Development caters for professionals engaged in a range of roles within community educational and developmental projects and facilitates career progression in this arena. The course is offered in three combinations allowing the students the choice to undertake a coursework-based Masters or to complete the Masters qualification with a focus on research which could allow them to further progress their studies to a PhD. Alternatively, students may elect to undertake a shorter program of study such as a Graduate Certificate in Regional and Community Development (successful completion of two units), or a Graduate Diploma in Regional and Community Development (successful completion of four units). These programs expose the student to studies which formalise their existing knowledge in this area and they may choose to continue and complete their Masters at a later date. Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 First year EDF6806 Sustainable community development SCD4301 Participatory planning: Local, national and international perspectives EDF6806 Sustainable community development SCD4301 Participatory planning: Local, national and international perspectives EDF6806 Sustainable community development SCD4301 Participatory planning: Local, national and international perspectives Second year Two elective units from approved electives Two elective units from approved electives Elective unit from approved electives EDF6007 Qualitative approaches to research OR SCD5305 Research methods Third year Two elective units from approved electives EDF6007 Qualitative approaches to research OR SCD5305 Research methods EDF6010 Professional project A OR EDF6020 Professional project B OR SCD5301 Research practicum One of: EDF6031 Masters thesis part 1 AND EDF6032 Masters thesis part 2 OR SCD5302 Research Practicum (24 points) 6

9 Master in Adult Education (Global) Students undertaking the Master in Adult Education (Global) through Monash are quickly exposed to the reality of connective technology and the global community and its widereaching impact. This innovative masters degree is delivered collaboratively by Monash, the University of British Columbia (Canada), Linkoping University (Sweden) and the University of the Western Cape (South Africa). The course is entirely facilitated online via internet-based coursework and operates outside the traditional semester structure. You will work with staff and students across four continents, giving you access to global perspectives. The program is designed for people who work in formal educational settings, business and industry, activist organisations, government, non-governmental organisations, health care, community and other settings where various discourses about globalisation are changing the way that lives are lived and in which learning, work and development happen. You will examine: contemporary changes in work and learning; the role of adult learning in understanding and responding to globalising forces and the effect on workplaces, communities, economies and the environment; and the forms of adult learning found in different cultural contexts and ways of supporting adult learning. The program encourages students to develop critical perspectives on adult learning and global change and how these are experienced and understood in different parts of the world. This course is offered over three years on a part-time, off campus study basis for domestic students. This course is not available to international student visa holders. Visit course/3733 for further information about this course. Professional and Study Pathways Graduates of this Masters course will be better placed to conceptualise their own workplace based training and development activities in a broader global scope. This will enable individuals to work in a positive way to really impact the trajectory of their organisation. Professional opportunities in this unique course will also facilitate valuable international networks. This Masters is entirely coursework based and as such does not allow a direct progression into PhD studies, however, it would be possible to undertake a Masters by research which could facilitate progression to a PhD. Unit code EDF6860 EDF6861 EDF6864 EDF6863 EDF6862 EDF6865 Unit title Locating oneself in global learning (12pts) Adult learning: Perspectives and contexts (12pts) Work and learning (12pts) Fostering learning in practice (12pts) Global/local learning (12pts) Understanding research (12pts) The program is very relevant and provides a good look into the future. The online delivery ties into aspects of our organisation s strategies for program delivery, so my participation has made me aware of how our clients will react to learning online. Mike Adamson recently completed the Master in Adult Education Global and is Manager of IT Services for Chisholm Institute. 7

10 Postgraduate Certificate in Mentoring and Coaching Mentoring and coaching are now integral components of the work of leaders and learning and development professionals across many community and organisational settings. This postgraduate course responds to the widespread interest in mentoring and coaching, and the need for people with the expertise to design and lead successful programs. The course provides a systematic introduction to the different theories and models of mentoring and coaching, builds expertise in assessing the climate and context for mentoring and coaching, and helps you build skills and knowledge in all aspects of mentoring program design. This course is an excellent option for those who want a formal qualification in mentoring and coaching, but do not want to undertake a full Masters degree. To complete this postgraduate certificate, students are required to successfully complete two 12-point core units. These units are: EDF6020 Professional project B EDF6851 Mentoring and coaching 1 This course is available to domestic students only, and is offered via a part-time, on campus study mode. Visit course/3705 for further information about this course. Professional and Study Pathways The Postgraduate Certificate in Mentoring and Coaching is an excellent option for those who want a formal qualification in mentoring and coaching, but do not want to undertake a full Masters degree. Shorter degree programs are a particularly attractive option for those who have been away from formal studies for an extended period of time. Successful graduates may decide to continue their studies and pursue a Master of Education and in turn could progress their studies to a PhD. 8

11 Entry requirements Admission requirements The admission requirements for each of the courses outlined in this brochure vary, and many of them recognise prior learning, or have specific professional or academic requirements for admissions. Please consult the admission requirements for each by visiting: coursefinder and reading more about each of these courses. English language requirements Applicants for all courses must meet the faculty s English language requirements for admission. For up-to-date information on English language requirements visit: prospective/english-requirements/ Fees Commonwealth supported places Australian and New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents and holders of humanitarian visas are eligible to apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). Students with a CSP place make a partial contribution to the total cost of their education, with the Commonwealth government contributing the remainder of the cost. Visit for more information about fees. Domestic students may be eligible for FEE- HELP loans which provide eligible students with a loan to cover their tuition fee. For more information visit: gov.au International fees International students should visit the following website for up-to-date fee information: www. monash.edu/study/international/fees.html Applications Domestic applicants for courses in this brochure should apply directly to the Faculty of Education. For more information on how to apply, visit: prospective/howtoapply. International applicants for courses in this brochure should apply directly to International Recruitment Services. For more information on how to apply, visit: study/international For more information about recognition of prior learning (RPL) processes we encourage applicants to attend any advertised information sessions or speak to a course coordinator. Further information can also be obtained from the faculty s website, please visit: prospective/credit.html 9

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