Emphasis is placed on planning programs to develop the potential of special needs learners at the secondary and postsecondary levels. Concepts, theories, and practices will provide students with opportunities to manage pertinent issues, problems, and possible solutions in their work as instructors of adult learners. Emphasis is given to understanding the effect this knowledge has on the teaching-learning process in adult education. Emphasis is given to understanding the practical and theoretical foundations upon which adult program formation is based, and reflects the needs and interests of the individual, recreation leisure community, and industry. Emphasis is on methods of teaching and vocational curriculum development.
Emphasis is placed on actual occupational analysis and breakdown of responsibilities.
Emphasis will be on safety regulations, agencies, codes, health issues, environmental concerns in industry, and ergonomic environmental factors in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on planning programs that employ accident prevention methodology and foster liability awareness. Individualized techniques of instruction in vocational settings, pretesting instruments, preparation of materials, and evaluation of instruction. Emphasis is placed on the instructor's role in the classroom and the delivery of content. Six hours per semester for a maximum of two semesters.