Course Description
The historical and social purposes of schooling in a democratic society. Enrollment limited to students who are pursuing initial teaching licensure. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program; Notes: May be repeated for unlimited credit.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Examine different historical and social dimensions of schooling in the U.S.
Explore concepts of democracy and democratic education through critical and arts-based educational philosophies.
Engage in creative inquiry to construct proposals for pedagogical practice and educational change, informed by course objectives 1 and 2.
Course Grading Information:
Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
Initial Course Check-In and Reading Reflection | 10% |
Roundtable Discussions (3) | 30% |
Inquiry Prompt Responses/Creative Work (4) | 60% |
Grading Scale:
Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
100-93 | A |
92-90 | A- |
89-87 | B+ |
86-83 | B |
82-80 | B- |
79-77 | C+ |
76-73 | C |
72-70 | C- |
69-67 | D+ |
66-63 | D |
62-60 | D- |
59 and below | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Student participation is assessed through engagement in all course activities outlined above. There is no separate grade for attendance.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
Students are not required to purchase any materials for this course.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.