EDUC 2110:Investigating Critical and Contemporary Issues in Education

2 Class Hours 1 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102  
This course engages potential education candidates in observations and interactions in schools, and analyses of critical and contemporary educational issues. Candidates investigate issues influencing the social and political contexts of educational settings in Georgia and the United States. Candidates actively examine the teaching profession from multiple vantage points both within and outside the school. Against this backdrop, candidates reflect on and interpret the meaning of education and schooling in a diverse culture. Includes the use of current technologies which are directly related to effective teaching and 15 hours of observation and participation in an appropriate school setting elementary/early childhood, middle grades, secondary or P-12 environments. Verification of professional liability insurance and a criminal background check are required prior to receiving a school placement.

 

Notes: Verification of professional liability insurance and a criminal background check are required prior to receiving a school placement.