EDUC 300 - Principles of Education

Next Offered: Spring Semester
(Offered S19 with SutdiOC)

Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 Credits
Attribute: CNDP, DDHU, WRi

Students will explore the complex world of education from historical, philosophical, sociological and political perspectives and assumptions, while also investigating why different models of schools function as they do. Educational theory, policy, and curriculum will be addressed, specifically current issues and research dealing with students’ readiness to learn, assessment and evaluation, funding, teacher assessment, and educational standards. Traditional and alternative pedagogies, their impact on teaching-learning partnerships, and models for teacher reflective praxis will be included in course readings, discussions, and written reflections. While the course focuses on the American educational system at large, students will practice applying key educational concepts to subject areas of their own interest.

Enrollment Limit: 20
Instructor: J. Kerchner

Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes
Prerequisites & Notes: Counts as liberal arts course for Conservatory and Double-Degree students. Open to juniors and seniors only.

Cross List Information: Cross-Listed PACE 300. (PACE 300 Previously listed as MUED 519)