EDU-216 Foundations of Education

This course introduces the American educational system and the teaching profession. Topics include the historical and philosophical influences on education, various perspectives on educational issues, and experiences in K-12 classrooms. Upon completion, students should be able to reflect on classroom observations, analyze the different educational approaches, including classical/traditional and progressive, and have knowledge of the various roles of educational systems at the federal, state and local level. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring

Class Hours: 4.00

Credit Hours: 4.00
Requisites:
Take ENG 111 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
This course is part of this/these program(s) of study:

Early Childhood Education: Associate in Applied Science Degree Program