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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Academic Catalog
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EDUC 200 - Foundations of Education 3 CR
This course introduces students to the historical, sociological, philosophical, and legal foundations of American education with a focus on education issues and cross-cultural comparison. Special emphasis is placed on the professional responsibilities of teachers. Students are required to complete seven (7) clock hours of field experiences comprised of classroom observations in pre-K through twelfth grade settings in public and private schools. A successful Central Abuse and Neglect Registry clearance must be submitted prior to completing the field experience. Lab Fee
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 or ENGL 151 .
General Education Requirement: Personal and Cultural Engagement - Applied Core
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Analyze the characteristics of effective teachers and schools.
- Evaluate the teaching profession and motives for becoming a teacher.
- Analyze the impact of social issues on student performance.
- Examine curriculum organization and instructional approaches.
- Utilize the Michigan Department of Education as a professional teaching resource.
- Apply knowledge gathered from professional education sources to personal experiences.
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