EDSS 6306 Educating for Democracy in a Networked World

Preparing teachers now includes the responsibility of fostering student engagement in social and civic issues. New demands born of a more networked world and web 2.0 practices now have expanded our view of participatory citizenship. This course will examine ways that social studies educators can meet the opportunities and challenges of global citizenship, in order to promote youth?s social and civic participation. The concept of democracy well shed light on practices that engender participatory citizenship in the community and the digital realms.

Credits

3

Schedule Type

Lecture

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Dept of Teaching & Learning

Offered

As scheduled