The Role of Cultural Diversity in Schooling

Catalog description

Explores cultural and linguistic diversity as critical variables in educational equity for all students. Includes intensive theoretical and practical articulation of culture and cultural pluralism; educational issues of race, class, gender, language, ethnicity, sexual orientation and exceptionality; social, structural, programmatic and curricular issues; and effective teaching for diverse populations. Service Learning course. Enrollment Requirement(s): Minimum of fifteen (15) hours of fieldwork in K-12 educational settings required. Certificate of clearance and TB risk assessment required. Required for all credential candidates. Satisfies GE area: UD4 Satisfies Diversity & Equity area: DEu