ED 255 — Introduction to Education
This course is an introduction to the field of education, examining the different aspects of education as a profession. The organizational structure, education reform, finance, and curriculum of schools at the federal, state, and local levels will be discussed. Current issues in education, basic instructional strategies, teacher responsibilities, and cultural diversity, along with overviews of the social, historical, and philosophical foundations of education will be addressed. Instructional technology use will be demonstrated and experienced. Transferring to a four-year education program and state requirements for licensure will also be addresses. Students should plan schedules in advance for 20 hours of field experience at an assigned school site 2-4 hours per week. Placements will be assigned through Junior Achievement (teach JA lessons). Students must complete fingerprinting prior to placement (will be arranged for as part of course). Students should also be prepared to submit a cleared tuberculosis test result before entering most school (student responsible for paying and arranging this test). Online sections may be required to attend an orientation prior to the start of class (instructor will notify as needed).