EDD 7208 Adult Development and Leadership

Leadership and Adult Development is designed for doctoral students to develop an understanding of the role leaders play when they effectively work with adults who represent various generations and a multiplicity of other diversities. The course will look at adult development theory, the ages and stages of adulthood and the importance of understanding the perspectives of adults from different generations, varied cultures and other diversities. The role of work in adults’ lives will be discussed along with the importance of being an adult lifelong learner. The importance of effective communications skills and conflict management will be emphasized in this course also.