EDU 589 - Social Foundations (3 cr.)

In this course we will study the social foundations (i.e. the political, social, and philosophical considerations) of American schooling from the 19th to the 21st century. We will contemplate assumptions of public schooling and assess their relevance to contemporary conditions. Students will consider the relevance of these conditions professionally and ethically. The course focuses on four major, interweaving themes in the course.
Prerequisite(s): MST Childhood or MST Adolescence majors or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring