Foundations in Education
General
Prefix
ED
Course Number
414
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Education and Learning Design
Description
Exploration and critical analysis of education as a political endeavor within particular historical and sociological contexts.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Explore contemporary and historical issues in American education, including the nature and purpose of schooling, the relationship between race, class, gender and educational achievement, school reform and the rights and responsibilities of teachers and students.
Outcome
Apply critical thinking skills to rethink our education as a political endeavor within particular historical and sociological contexts.
Outcome
Identify the current education issues with WHY aspects of education and offer positive aspects for future U.S. education.
Outcome
Integrate the professional teaching knowledge into different scenarios and explore the best practice to answer each different scenario.