EFC 250 - Introduction to Education

Description:
Introduction to teaching as career, foundations and overview of American public education, effective teachers, responsibilities of schools in democratic society, essential professional competences, preparation, and certification. Culturally anchored, and offers a framework of equity pedagogy. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer).

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student/teacher candidate will be able to:

Apply knowledge of how schools are governed at federal, state, local, school and classroom levels to identify possible avenues of action to address a current issue in education.
Describe the beliefs of the major schools of educational philosophy and psychology.
Identify emerging personal ideology of education, including the influence of historical foundations, the purpose of schools, the role of teachers, the diversity of students, the dynamics of learning, and ways of knowing.
Identify personal characteristics in terms of the characteristics of effective teachers, and apply them to teaching and learning scenarios.
Develop and identify elements of and strategies to promote a culturally responsive and productive learning community using research, theory, observations and practice.
Apply theories of culture, learning and development to better understand their own identity and that of peers, professionals, family members and future students.
Identify bias and discrimination, and practice critical reflection to address biases or assumptions that interfere with learning or teaching.
Apply concepts related to learner differences and development to understand and identify strategies to holistically support students.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/18/18