EDU 610-B: Contemporary Issues in Education
Course Details
- This class will meet on 7/15, 7/16, 8/5 and 8/6. Class will also include 5 asynchronous modules. (Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m.-5 p.m. )
- 5 weeks | July 15 to August 6, 2023
- 3 credits | $2,600
- Last day to register: May 23, 2023
- Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Open to current Stonehill graduate students only. Course applies to M.Ed. in Special Education.
Course Overview
This course examines and unpacks contemporary issues in the field of education and provides prospective teachers with a beginning foundation for understanding the teaching profession and the US education system, including policy and governance. The historical, legal, ethical, and pedagogical foundations for social justice education and democratic education will be explored, as well as the education reform context and emerging policies. The course will include an examination of professional ethics and standards.
Additional Information
Required field experience.
Please check eLearn for required pre-course assignments. Please look for communication from your instructor with more detailed information in advance of the course!
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