EDUC200 — Foundations of Education
An examination into the relationship between the American public school as a social institution and American society as a whole through a combination of philosophical, historical, and problem-oriented inquiry. This approach will provide students different perspectives, allowing them to see their professional role beyond the confines of the classroom, building more sensitive and effective educators of tomorrow. The course will also explore the history of Education; cultural influences and issues of equity in Education; and the roles and responsibilities of today’s teacher (i.e., dispositions, lesson planning, standards and
Prerequisites: EDUC150