Susan K. Birden, Ph.D.
Chair & Professor
Adult Education
Bacon Hall 306B
1300 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222
Phone: 716-878-3905
Fax: 716-878-5833
birdensk@buffalostate.edu
EDUCATION
Ph.D. (2001), Philosophical, Historical, and Social Foundations of Education, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma
M.B.A. (1994), Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
M.Mus. (1979), Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
B.Mus. (1977), University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma
COURSES OFFERED
ADE 605: Foundations of Adult Education
ADE 610: Methods of Adult Education
ADE 640: Human Resource Development
ADE 624: Internship
ADE 655: Diversity Issues in Adult Education
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Philosophy of Education (especially related to gender, sexuality, and multicultural issues in education)
Effective Teaching for Adult Populations
Influence of Technology on Society and Education
Role of Aesthetics in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum