This course encompasses a broad spectrum of program development ranging from an individual course to a complete program of major learning activities conducted over a period of time for the education and training of adults. This project- based course serves as the Integrative Capstone and is designed to provide an opportunity to apply and practice theories, skills, and principles to a variety of situations adult educators may encounter in practice. Prior to capstone enrollment, students are expected to complete the majority of their required major courses. Students should consult with their advisor regarding specific major courses that may be completed with their capstone. NOTE: Students who were admitted to the college before Fall 2019 and have remained active in their original catalog year are not required to take IDIS 601.

This course is focused on the strengths and characteristics of effective leaders. Topics may include self-leadership, the difference between leadership and management, the importance of communication, trust, team building, systems leadership, change leadership and conflict resolution. Students may illustrate the value of diversity, systems leadership, change leadership and conflict resolution within teams and organizations, as well as assess personal leadership styles and the leadership of others.

This course guides participants in developing lifelong learning skills for leadership that apply to any organizational level in a wide variety of environments. Both historical and current leadership theory and practice are explored. By taking an active leadership role in this course, students examine the issues, challenges, and practical skills of leadership in today's workplace. Presentations, team activities, reflection, interviewing, and feedback may be activities of developmental components within the course.

Volunteers are increasingly important in the United States. Not only do financially strapped organizations use volunteers to enhance their capacity, but policy makers and community leaders see volunteering as a vehicle to improve communities and solve public problems. This course may cover topics of volunteer administration: such as planning, marketing, recruitment, screening and selection, training, supervision, evaluation, and recognition. Students will gain an understanding of how the demographic of today's volunteer is changing, how best to deploy the talents of multi-generational volunteers, and how to provide a structured, objective framework to be accomplished by the volunteer corps. Legal issues surrounding the use of volunteers and designing effective volunteer policies may also be addressed.