EDU 212 - Foundations of Education in a Diverse Society

3 Credit(s)

Examines educational practice from diverse historical, philosophical, sociological, economic and legal perspectives. Emphasis is on educational equity, sociocultural influences on teaching and learning, and how teachers and schools can contribute to interpersonal and intercultural understanding and respect, social justice and democratic citizenship. Explores the nature of school environments, the fundamental goals of education in the American public school, English Language Learners, the relationship between school and diverse society, the organization of school curricula, and characteristics of effective schools and instruction in grades P-12. In addition, students will complete 3 hours of observations in P-12 classrooms in the community, during regular P-12 school day hours. Must be 18 years old to take this course due to background check requirements.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 with a grade of C or better
Corequisite(s): EDU 101 (May be taken as a prerequisite with a grade of C or better)