From Theory to Practice: A Proposal
for an Internship Program
For the Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education
Masters Program
Department of Educational Administration
Michigan State University
April 30, 2003
Created By
Paulo Gordillo
Ann Horn
Jamie McClintock
Shenila Momin
Hong-Yen Pham
John Hoffschneider
Eun-Young Kwon
Allison Medlin
D’Andra Mull
Karen Tkaczyk
Under the Direction of:
Gloria Kielbaso, PhD
Regina Smith, PhD
HALE Mission Statement
The HALE master's program prepares individuals for entrylevel leadership positions in postsecondary education,
public agencies, and business settings. The program
provides a broad understanding of educational systems
from social, historical, cross-national, normative
perspectives and an understanding of central issues in
postsecondary teaching and learning, and a theoretical
understanding of administration and leadership connected
to practice. There are opportunities to develop and use
skills needed in practice through practica and field
experiences. We expect that graduates are prepared to
work in and to cultivate educational environments that are
receptive to diversity.
Mission Statement = Internship Program
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HALE Student Discussions
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Faculty Discussions
Internship Programs Elsewhere
East Tennessee State University: Educational Leadership
Eastern Washington University: Adult Education
Johns Hopkins University: School Administration and Supervision
Montana State University- Bozeman: Adult and Higher Education
Oklahoma State University: Human Resources and Adult Education
Oregon State University: Organization Development and Training Specialist
San Francisco State University: Adult Education
University of Southern Maine: Adult Education
Southwest Texas State University: Developmental and Adult Education
Appalachian State University: Adult Education
University of Oklahoma: Adult and Continuing Education
University of Rhode Island: Human Development and Family Studies
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WHY?
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Mission Statement
Strengthens Program & Curriculum
Portfolio
Lifelong Learning
Employment Opportunities outside of
Academia
Student Driven and Supported
Increased Marketability and Job Opps.
Internship Goals and Objectives
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Objectives
To provide HALE Masters students with additional or new work
experiences in adult educational settings.
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To provide HALE Masters students with additional opportunities
and professional qualifications for their portfolio.
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Goals
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To provide HALE Masters students with an opportunity for
individual change
and growth.
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To assist the HALE Masters program in establishing community
contacts for future endeavors, job opportunities for graduating
students, and community outreach opportunities.
Caffarella’s Interactive Model of Program Planning
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Discerning the Context
Building a Solid Base of Support
Identifying Program Ideas
Sorting and Prioritizing Program Ideas
Developing Program Objectives
Designing Instructional Plans
Devising Transfer-of-Learning Plans
Formulating Evaluation Plans
Making Recommendations and Communicating Results
Selecting Formats, Schedules, and Staff Needs
Preparing Budgets and Marketing Plans
Coordinating Facilities and On-Site Events
Program Format and Guidelines
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120 Hours
3 credits
Internship sites outside of MSU
Faculty advisor
Graduate assistant---Logistics
Potential Internship Sites
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Okemos Community Education
High School Equivalency Program (HEP)
Office of Supportive Services (OSS)
King-Chavez-Parks College Day Program
Office of International Students and
Scholars (OISS)
Michigan Works! Association
Future Plans?
Recommendations
 Implementation
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Thank You!
Gloria Kielbaso, PhD
 Regina Smith, PhD
 HALE Faculty
 EAD 877, Spring 2003
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