The AOD program is concerned with adult training, program development, and organizational theory and change. Its mission is to prepare practitioners capable of facilitating learning and change for adults as individuals, as well as for the communities and organizations in which they function. Graduates of Temple's AOD program will be qualified for leadership roles in such diverse settings as educational institutions, community-based organizations, associations, and business and industry. M. applications should be completed by May 1 to be acted upon for the Fall Semester, and by October 1 for the Spring Semester.
Emphasis is on research and theory relevant to adult learning and development.
This concentration will prepare individuals as adult educators, trainers, and program developers. This concentration focuses on the development of assessment, planning, facilitation, and consulting skills to help teams and organizations design and implement change. Emphasis is on research and theory relevant to group development, organizational effectiveness, and change processes. This concentration will prepare individuals in organizational and team assessment, design, planning and intervention. Team Development Group Facilitation and Consultation Degree Requirements All Ed.