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2017-2018 Saint Joseph’s College Online [Archived Catalog]

Interdisciplinary Studies (BS): Adult Education & Training Minor


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Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS)

The Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies (BS, IDS) program provides exciting opportunities for students to study within and across programs. Rather than be limited to one discipline, IDS students get to challenge boundaries and expand worldviews through learning experiences that span across more than one academic area. For more information about the overall requirements of the program and/or other approved minors, please go to the IDS page .

IDS, Adult Education & Training minor

The Adult Education & Training minor is designed for students who are interested in developing the skills and knowledge to teach/organize training programs at the adult and/or corporate level. In this minor, students will explore the unique learning styles and preferences of adults, as well as enhance their understanding of strategies on engaging learners. They will also have opportunities to design, develop, and deliver training plans and learn about some of the newest approaches in the field of adult learning.

Fast Track Information

For students who are interested, this minor offers a fast track to SJC’s Master’s of Science in Education program by taking ED 522 Educational Psychology  in place of ED 301 Educational Psychology and ED 540 Adult Education  in place of ED 308 Adult Learning.

The program outcomes for the BS, IDS are as follows:

  • Acquire various bodies of knowledge and competencies, and deepen insight within and across academic disciplines.
  • Demonstrate critical writing, thinking, calculating, and communication proficiencies.
  • Critique and integrate varying worldviews across fields of study.
  • Understand the foundation of ethical and professional standards, including those specific to areas of study.
  • Develop a foundation for lifelong learning.
  • Obtain the credential or degree needed to advance or enter professional careers.

 

General Education Requirements 2017


Beginning July 1, 2017, new general education requirements (listed below) become effective for online, undergraduate students at Saint Joseph’s College.  The college’s general education curriculum is a set of courses that reflect the college’s vision of what it means to be an educated person.  It is the heart of our baccalaureate education, and provides the grounding for the student’s major course of study. The core curriculum supports key parts of the college’s mission: to encourage students to explore widely the arts and sciences while they also prepare to lead ethical and meaningful lives and to enhance students’ awareness of human dignity and the meaning of life.  Moreover, the general education curriculum supports several of SJC’s Institutional Learning Outcomes.  Specifically:

  • Identify and apply the ethical and moral dimensions of their particular field of study;
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills in both written and oral formats;
  • Engage in responsible citizenship, social justice, and environmental stewardship;
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze and evaluate information from diverse sources and perspectives.

The new requirements consist of four learning themes: Foundations for College Level Thinking, The Human Condition and Human Story, Nature & Society, and Art, Creativity, and Self-Knowledge.  The online general education requirements are aligned with the on-campus core.  Note: Some academic programs have minor variations in general education requirements. Please talk to your Advisor or Admissions Counselor for more information.  

 

 

General Education Requirements (42 credits)


Foundations for College Level Thinking (3 courses)


The Human Condition and the Human Story (6 courses)


Nature and Society (3 courses)


Art, Creativity, and Self-Knowledge (2 courses)


Interdisciplinary Studies (BS) Requirements


Prerequisite Course


(to satisfy general education requirement)

General Elective Courses


Additional courses (electives) to complete the required 128 semester-hour credits may be selected from any of the course offerings described in the catalog.

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