EDUC 100 - Foundations of American Education

Credits: (4)
Examines some of the historical, philosophical, sociological, and cultural foundations of American education. Educational policies, curriculum content, school organization, and basic teaching competencies are introduced and discussed in their relation to the changing mission of schools. Also examined are the legal, ethical, and human issues of technology and its incorporation into the classroom. A field trip is required for prospective education majors. In leu of a field trip, an alternative assignment is provided for students who do not intend to continue studies in the School of Education. Prerequisite(s): Fulfills Human and Behavioral Sciences domain requirement.