EDU-200 Foundations of American Education

This course is a study of the historical, philosophical, social and cultural forces on education in America. Students will use foundational analysis to problem solve within the field of education. This is the first course for students who are interested in teaching as a career. Students will explore a variety of teaching settings and best practices.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

EDU-101 or FYS-135 or HPE-187

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

  • Social Science

Grading Scheme

  • Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

  • No

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. 1. Theorize the philosophical purpose of education within a contemporary context.
  2. 2. Analyze the study of education through the academic perspectives of history, philosophy and sociology.
  3. 3. Assess an educational topic through the lens of an educational force (e.g. political, economic, philosophical, culture).
  4. 4. Provide evidence to support their reasoning on an educational topic while considering opposing viewpoints.