Course Description
Examines how the multiple identities of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, and religion affect the teaching and learning environment. Issues of classroom management for maximum instructional delivery are also included.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Understand the impact of how teachers’ own lived experiences shape the way in which they see themselves, students, parents, and colleagues and directly influences the way in which they teach.
- Explore wide variety of teaching strategies and resources, including technology tools useful for integrated instruction.
- Use and understand contemporary and historical documentation/sources as learners first and then as teachers.
- Explain beliefs about teaching and learning in education.
- Explore how to construct authentic and meaningful learning experiences and environments for all learners.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Attendance and participation | 25% |
| Community Ethnography | 25% |
| School Photo Essay | 25% |
| Classroom Design Project and Presentation | 25% |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 95-100 | A |
| 90-94 | A- |
| 87-89 | B+ |
| 83-86 | B |
| 80-82 | B- |
| 77-79 | C+ |
| 73-76 | C |
| 70-73 | C- |
| Below 70 | D |
| Below 60 | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance and Participation are graded components of this course.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.