Foundations of Teaching

Catalog description

This course will examine the historical, social, and cultural foundations of American education as seen through a historical narrative with an emphasis on the diversity of contemporary schooling. Students will examine personal viewpoints and insights through the lens of Culturally Responsive Teaching and identify barriers to learning on a cultural level. Additionally, major philosophies of education, which have informed American education and how they affect schooling in a society of multiple cultures, will be explored. 10 hours of documented fieldwork is required.