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ECH 601: School And Society
3 credits
The course analyzes the dynamics of how the schools are influenced by social, economic, cultural, and ideological forces and change. Addressing the history of specific school programs as well as comparisons to educational systems around the world, it evaluates educational policy and the ethical responsibility of teachers. Field project required.
Learning Goals
PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES – based on the goals of the Conceptual FrameworkThe focus is on the intimate relationship between school and society. Upon completion of the course, students should have a familiarity with and an understanding of the teaching implication of the following concepts;ScholarshipExplain the workings of schools and the relationship between school and society in the U.S.Reflective PracticeRelate the issues of school and society to relevant themes and people who have contributed prominently to the dialogue around the topic.
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course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of
information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a
specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start
of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown
here.
Sections Offered: Spring 2025 |
| School And Society |
| 0807-601-001 |
S. Sinha |
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Mon |
6:30 pm - 8:20 pm |
Garden City |
3 |
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Sections Offered: Fall 2024 |
| School And Society |
| 0807-601-001 |
L. Marzo |
|
Mon |
6:30 pm - 8:20 pm |
GC - ONL VRTL |
3 |
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