Course Description: This self-paced course introduces the landscape of online and professional continuing education, the learners these units serve, the organizational models institutions use, and the trends shaping the future of the field. Participants will examine how online and professional education units are structured across different institutions, the functions they perform, and the opportunities and challenges they face. Along the way, learners will gain an understanding of the professional roles within these enterprises, the competencies needed to succeed, and the ways organizations such as UPCEA support professional growth and innovation.
UPCEA is the online and professional education association. Our members positively impact millions of lives by continuously reinventing higher education. We advance the professional field through cutting edge research, professional development, networking and mentorship, conferences and seminars, and stakeholder advocacy. Our collaborative, entrepreneurial community brings together decision makers and influencers in education, industry, research, and policy interested in improving educational access and outcomes.
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