EDU 1111Educ. In Diverse Communities

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Prerequisite(s): None This course is designed to increase awareness of the diverse contexts in which elementary education is situated, given our global society. Cultural and individual variances, including sociocultural factors such as language, gender, and socioeconomic status, are investigated in order to develop respect for all elementary students, families, and school communities. The course includes examining institutional policies and practices as well as personal attitudes and beliefs that influence what occurs in elementary schools. The role of the teacher/educator in equity-oriented education is explored.