Foundations of Education in a Diverse Society

Catalog description

In this introduction course, students enrolled in an education degree program will examine educational practice from diverse historical, philosophical, sociological, economic, and legal perspectives. The course will address issues of education equity, sociocultural influences on teaching and learning, social justice, and democratic citizenship in the American public school, the relationship between school and a diverse society, the organization of school curricula, and characteristics of effective schools and instruction in grades P-12. Students will develop their teaching philosophy, begin creating a professional portfolio, and come up with a plan to set up a classroom and develop appropriate daily routines and procedures. Prerequisites: Education major, emphasis, or certificate declared.