EDFD 2020 Foundations of Education

This course offers a general philosophical and sociological survey of educational thought and practice in the United States, viewed as a part of social progress. Students will critically examine the historical, sociological, and philosophical foundations of the present American educational system. They will discuss current significant educational issues and practices. This course is intended for undergraduates who have decided to enter the teaching profession. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 1010 and EDFD 1101. (3 lect.)

Credits

3 credits

Transfer Status

Equivalent to UW.

Major Topics

  • Foundations of Education
  • Learner Development
  • Learning Differences
  • Learning Environments
  • Professional Learning and Ethical Practice
  • Leadership and Collaboration
  • InTASC Model Core Teaching Standards

Outcomes

In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:

1. Appraise your motives for becoming a teacher.

2. Determine the aims of a school by analyzing formal statements of purpose, relying on your own. experiences and comparing these schools with given models of effective schools.

3. Examine a school environment (its social system) and the nature of the students.

4. Give examples of why teachers must be aware of the many dimensions of student diversity.

5. Identify the social problems that affect today’s students.

6. Analyze what makes a teacher effective.

7. Demonstrate what teachers should know about technology and its impact on schools.

8. Explain how school curriculum has evolved over time.

9. Describe how schools are governed, influenced, and financed.

10.Analyze the philosophical foundations of American.

11. Compare the forces that have affected and continue to affect the development of American education.

12.Identify the ethical and legal issues facing teachers.

13.Propose ways education should be reformed.

14.Examine the job options in education.