Course Overview
The program is designed for individuals who wish to understand adult learning in the context of global change, and thereby improve their professional practice. This courses in the program will benefit those working with adults in formal and informal educational settings, including human resource development in business, industry and government, and activist organisations, international and/or community development, non-governmental organisations, healthcare, cultural, and professional organisations, to name a few. After completing this program students will be able to: Critically analyze dominant and alternative theories and discourses of 'globalization. 'Identify the various ways context shapes adult learning and relevant public policy. Discuss why and ways learners resist or embrace 'education. 'Analyze relationships nested in successful attempts to foster change through learning. Plan learning interventions that help adults increase their influence over the direction and pace of local and global change.