Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Publications
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
10-2011
Journal or Book Title
Journal of Industrial Technology
Volume
27
Issue
4
Abstract
Quality processes are an important part of any business. The introduction of quality management systems in the workplace offers many benefits for organizations who wish to remain competitive. Online presentation of quality management concepts offers an efficient and cost effective delivery method for workplace learning. However, adult learners often do not have the same level of comfort with online educational programs as college-aged students. Adult learners also have other special needs that must be considered when developing educational material for the workplace.
The manuscript describes the process used to develop and deliver an online non-credit course in quality management systems specifically for adult learners. Two challenges guided the development and presentation of this course: introducing quality management systems to a new audience and teaching to adult learners in an online environment. Both challenges were approached with a focus on adult learning theory. Specific information on the evaluation of the students using appropriate online and adult learning practices is also discussed. Information and implications from the manuscript may provide guidance for training and development professionals within the field of industrial technology who develop and lead workplace educational programs for adults.
Access
Open
Copyright Owner
ATMAE
Copyright Date
2011
Language
en
File Format
application/pdf
Recommended Citation
Mosher, Gretchen A.; Freeman, Steven A.; and Hurburgh, Charles R. Jr., "Design of an Online Course in Quality Management Systems for Adult Learners" (2011). Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Publications. 285.
https://lib.dr.iastate.edu/abe_eng_pubs/285
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Comments
The paper, "Design of an Online Course in Quality Management Systems for Adult Learners (G.A. Mosher, S.E. Freeman and C.R. Hurburgh, Jr.), JIT/JTMAE 27, no. 4, October–December 2011" is a copyrighted publication of ATMAE. This paper has been republished with the authorization of ATMAE, and may be accessed directly from the JTMAE website at http://c.ymcdn.com/sites/www.atmae.org/resource/resmgr/Articles/Mosher-Design-Online-Quality.pdf.