EDU 721 - Modern Educational Philosophies and Values

An examination will be made of philosophies of education and the political, economic and social ideologies affecting education. Such issues as progressive education values, essentialist perspectives, New York State standards and testing, moral education in the public school, the teaching profession and selected issues of school law will be considered. Students will have the opportunity to develop their vision of teaching and the values they bring to teaching. Field experience and Task Stream electronic portfolio are required.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Fall & Spring