EDU 111 - Foundations of American Education

Foundations of American Education is an introduction to the teaching profession. This course explores the social, economic, and political history of American education as well as contemporary goals, practices, and issues in the field. Specific topics include: diversity; special education; child/adolescent development; legal issues; ethics; professionalism; curriculum; philosophy; learning theories and pedagogy. Thirty hours of classroom observations and additional hours of service learning experiences are required. This course is appropriate for students in the Early Childhood/Childhood Education Studies (ECES) and Adolescence Education Studies (ADES) programs who wish to pursue NYS Teacher Education Certification.

Credits: 3
Note
See teacher certification.

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will:

Recognize and explain the central philosophies, issues and disputes surrounding American education.
Apply knowledge of child/adolescent development to educational practice and curriculum.
Relate developments in American education and schooling to broad themes in our social, economic and political history.
Appraise the teaching profession as a career choice.

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