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Creating Connections: Competency-Based Degree Programs and Undergraduate Capstone Courses for Adult Learners
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Author(s): Carolyn N. Stevenson (Purdue University Global, USA)
Copyright: 2019
Pages: 23
Source title:
Outcome-Based Strategies for Adult Learning
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Janice E. Jones (Carroll University, USA), Mette L. Baran (Cardinal Stritch University, USA)and Preston B. Cosgrove (Cardinal Stritch University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-5712-8.ch012
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Abstract
Undergraduate adult learners need flexible, cost-efficient ways to increase knowledge, enhance skills, or complete a college degree. The rising cost of college tuition coupled with the demands of work/life balance challenge many individuals seeking a higher education degree. As such, higher education administrators and faculty members need to identify new approaches to learning in higher education that address these barriers and open the access to earning a college degree. Capstone courses connect prior learning in coursework with real-world experiences. This chapter addresses competency-based degree plans and application-based capstone courses for undergraduate university students. Examples of competency-based degree plans and capstone courses will be discussed. Inclusion in the discussion will be prior learning assessment courses. Testimonials from learners are provided along with a model for designing an effective capstone course for undergraduate adult learners.
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