EDL 620 Understanding the Dynamics of Political, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Education

This course focuses on federal and national trends in education policy. An examination and analysis of the way these trends influence policy and political action at the school district level are addressed by focusing on governance structures, politics, and the influence of interest groups. Candidates will develop an understanding of the fundamentals of school law addressing legal issues involving special education and bilingual education to ensure that laws are upheld and applied fairly and equitably with the goal of enhancing school climate and student learning. Candidates will analyze cases while developing a working knowledge of educational politics and policy. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours