What is MACAE?

MACAE is a statewide organization of professionals who practice the principles of adult education. MACAE provides a stimulating social and intellectual environment for adult learners, educators, facilitators, and trainers.

The Minnesota Association for Continuing Adult Education is an institutionally based membership organization. Its membership is composed of regionally accredited, degree-granting universities and colleges, and individuals at these member institutions are eligible to join the Association as professional members.

Vision Statement

MACAE is a professional association that provides social and intellectual vitality to its members who are involved in adult education. We have an annual conference, a newsletter, membership directory, and Issue Forums. Our members work in community, continuing, secondary and higher education; libraries; ESL; diploma programs; nonprofit agencies; business enterprises; and others. Our members are administrators, instructors, facilitators, counselors, writers, and librarians.

Mission Statement

To promote professional growth and foster community among adult educators, focusing on four variables: Context, Content, Connection, and Collaboration.

Context

MACAE serves as a resource for adult educators in diverse environments.

Content

MACAE showcases best practices that facilitate quality teaching and learning.

Connection

MACAE provides networking opportunities.

Collaboration

MACAE models and fosters partnerships with other individuals and organizations in adult education.

MACAE recognizes and values the rich diversity of our nation. As an organization committed to education and its role in building a just society, MACAE seeks to foster mutual respect and understanding among people, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, or sexual preference.