EDU 1150 - Schools and Society (with Lab)

Goals: To understand the profession of teaching from historical, philosophical, sociological, and practical viewpoints. To understand the development of our public school systems and the role schools can play in a pluralistic society such as the U.S.

Content: Important events and personalities that have shaped the public school system in the United States; theories of education; the major professional and political issues facing teachers, students, and parents, especially as related to standards and testing; school-based classroom observation and teacher assistance.

Students must concurrently register for a lecture and a corresponding 0-credit lab section of this course. The lab consists of a 20-hour required clinical in a local school.

The clinical for this course requires a background check conducted by the school district. Students are responsible for the fee (averaging $20, depending on the specific placement) and completing the background check forms in a timely manner at the beginning of the term.

Students who have transferred in the equivalent course content without clinical experience should see the Program Chair to coordinate enrollment in a 1-credit Independent Study to earn the course equivalent.

Taught: Fall and spring terms

Note: Concurrent registration in EDU 1250 - Educational Psychology is suggested if pursuing a teaching license.

Credits: 4