EDC 350 - School and Society

Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the nature and history of schooling in America and the teaching profession, the purposes and goals of education, and educational philosophy. It also explores social, legal, and political issues connected with teaching and learning, diversity, racism, sexism, and the effects of social class on educational success.

Prerequisite: admitted to Teacher Education or concurrent enrollment in EDC 150; and PSY 385 or CFD 257 (Elementary Education major) or CFD 160 (Early Childhood Education major) or PSY 360 (Secondary, Middle School, and K-12 majors) or concurrent enrollment.
Lecture contact hours: 3

Typically offered: Fall, Spring