Introduction to Education
General
Prefix
ED
Course Number
200
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Education and Learning Design
Description
Will introduce students to the broad field of education including a focus on children and families, the role of the teacher, the role of schools and educational programs in communities and the broader society, history and philosophy of education, educational futures, teacher education knowledge base, and contemporary issues. Includes field experience in area schools.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Apply knowledge of educational history and philosophy to decisions made about personal directions in education.
Outcome
Analyze how societal problems and current controversial issues affect schools and teachers.
Outcome
Describe current licensure rules for Minnesota teachers.
Outcome
Use co-teaching strategies while working in schools and in classes.
Outcome
Demonstrate the characteristics of professional teachers and the MN Code of Ethics for teachers within their class work and in school settings.
Outcome
Use a variety of educational technologies as tools for teaching and learning.
Outcome
Create pluralistic, welcoming classroom environments based on knowledge of the socio-economic, cultural and religious diversity within Minnesota school populations.
Outcome
Apply knowledge of the special needs population to the creation of inclusive classroom environments.
Dependencies
Courses
ED200
is a
prerequisite
for:
Programs
ED200
is a
completion requirement
for: