Introduction to Education

Catalog description

Three lecture. An examination of the development of education in the United States, the historical development and social foundations of education, the student as learner, the teacher as a professional and current issues and trends in education. This course includes 30 hours of classroom observations and experiences. Students will be able to: explore and relate philosophies of education and instructional strategies to future career in education; demonstrate an understanding of the historical development of education in the United States, including how history has created and impacted American schools; identify and discuss legal and ethical issues in education; identify federal, state, and local roles and responsibilities of governance and finance for various school systems (public/private); research and discuss major issues and trends in education, including but not limited to, student diversity, individual learning differences, culture, at-risk learners, cooperative learning, curriculum and assessment, and parent involvement; Self-assess individual potential for teaching with respect to effective teaching research; complete 30 hours of classroom observations and/or experiences that provide examples of effective teaching and learning, including local schools, programs that serve children, video clips of effective lessons, classroom lessons and presentations; develop a personal career time-line including requirements for teacher licensing; use Internet resources for educators. Prerequisite(s): ENG 098 or higher English course or placement above ENG 098.