Department of Lifelong Education, Administration, and Policy

Department faculty are recognized nationally and internationally for contributions in research and policy development. Our faculty members' research includes action research, multicultural perspectives in adult education, education law, gender inequity, administration, school improvement, education policy, human resource and organizational development, the superintendency, and qualitative research methods.

Our faculty are also regular contributors to the Journal of Higher Education Outreach and Engagement, have an active role in the development of the State of Education in Georgia annual conference, provide leadership in supporting the lifelong learning institute on campus, and provide training to adult literacy instructors throughout the state.

Concentrations

Educational Administration and Policy

This program develops the careers of students who become leaders in educational administration, policy, and school systems.

Learning, Leadership, and Organization Development

Prepare for a career in organizations related to the education of adults.

Qualitative Research

Do you have an interest in the methodological, theoretical, and ethical procedures and challenges inherent to social science research and evaluation? Join us in contributing to the methodological and theoretical development of qualitative research and program evaluation.

Degree Programs

Master of Education (MEd)

Educational Specialist (EdS)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Doctor of Education (EdD)

Research Grants

Identifying the Community Cultural Wealth of Successful Black Science Students through Participatory Action Research

The overall goal of this research project is to understand the persistence of Black students in earning undergraduate science degrees.
- Sponsored by: National Science Foundation
- Principal Investigator: Julie Stanton, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences