EDU 305 Equity in Education

This course examines issues of race, equity, poverty and ability in American school systems. Students will examine their own beliefs and engage in self-assessment, reflection, and goal-setting around their cultural proficiency. Candidates will also have the opportunity to analyze models of equity in the classroom, particularly as they extend to curriculum, instruction and engaging with families. Special attention will be paid to the teacher as social justice advocate as well as how educators can be seen as agents of change within their classrooms, schools and communities. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

Distribution

GenEd-Social Science Non-US History