May 02, 2024  
2020-2021 Hill Book (Class of 2024) 
    
2020-2021 Hill Book (Class of 2024) [ARCHIVED HILL BOOK]

EDU 610 - Contemporary Issues in Education

Three Credits
Fall Semester

This course examines and unpacks contemporary issues in the field of education and provides prospective teachers with a beginning foundation for understanding the teaching profession and the US education system, including policy and governance. The historical, legal, ethical, and pedagogical foundations for social justice education and democratic education will be explored, as well as the education reform context and emerging policies. The course will include an examination of professional ethics and standards. Required field experience.

Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Completion of a bachelor’s degree.
Course Applies to: M.Ed. in Inclusive Education