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EDUC 200 - Education in American Society with Field Study I |
A consideration of education in the United States in its social, political, and economic contexts. Lectures and seminars include an analysis of the historical, philosophical, and social foundations of education and of school organization and purpose. The course deals with the origins of schools in the United States, other agencies of education, and how the present educational structure has taken shape. Consideration of contemporary issues is of major importance, including the roles of the American school in a democratic, multicultural society. The course is intended to help students determine whether the teaching profession is suited to their individual interests and abilities. A three-hour field study in a school is required each week. Note: This course is required for all students wishing to obtain a secondary education initial teaching license. A field study application must be submitted to the Office of Professional Experiences by October 1st for spring semester and February 15th for fall semester. Students cannot receive credit for both this course and EDUC 110 Education in American Society PreK-6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore or higher standing is required.
1.000 Credit hours 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Non-Matriculated, Post-Baccalaureate Tchr Lcnse, Undergraduate Schedule Types: Directed Study, Lecture, Lecture with Pre-Practicum Education Department Course Attributes: Undergraduate Level Course Restrictions: May not be assigned one of the following Student Attributes: DGCE Student May not be enrolled as the following Classifications: Freshman - Day Division |
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