Education - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - ED)

The Education Associate of Applied Science degree gives students an understanding of the fundamental principles and techniques of learner-centric instruction. Emphasis is on the skills needed for training adult-learners in technical education areas.


Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Apply the principles of learner-centric instruction.
  • Develop appropriate teaching methods to meet the needs of the adult educators and to increase critical thinking skills that promote lifelong learning.
  • Apply the skills needed to train students in technical education areas.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101CompositionSUN courseThis course may be offered online

3

ENG 102English CompositionSUN courseThis course may be offered online

3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 142College MathematicsSUN courseThis course may be offered online

3

or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 116Computer EssentialsThis course may be offered online

3

OR

CIS 120Introduction to Information SystemsSUN courseThis course may be offered online

3

CORE CURRICULUM 16 CREDITS

EDU 203Foundations of Instructional Techniques

3

EDU 204Learner-Centered InstructionThis course may be offered online

3

EDU 205Theoretical Dynamics of InstructionThis course may be offered online

3

EDU 206Mentoring PracticumThis course may be offered online

4

EDU 207Instructional Design for Adult Education

3

ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE DEGREE)

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60 CREDITS