Social Justice & Advocacy for Educators

Catalog description

In this course, participants will explore diverse theoretical frameworks that support the development of educators as facilitators of social justice and agents for change in schools and society. Participants will examine the relationships among educators, families, agencies, institutions, and diverse cultures within social, economic, and political contexts. They will study, design, and engage in strategies for supporting civil discourse, critical thinking, and meaningful collaborations in diverse classrooms and professional settings. In addtion, they will gain knowledge and skills to gather and analyze resources and information to develop a personal action plan outlining strategies to promote social justice/systemic change/advocacy in a context related to their professional lives.