EDUC& 202 Introduction to Education (5 credits)
Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
Formerly EDUC 201 - CCN
Course Description
A survey of history, philosophy, principles, issues, and trends in American Education. Includes opportunities for observations of educational models and exploration of career paths.
Course Content
A. Historical origins of education in the United States
B. Nature and purpose of schools within the United States
C. Roles and responsibilities of educational personnel
D. Functions of and current issues relating to the school as a social unit in a changing society
E. Influences of society and culture on schools and children
F. Human growth and development
G. Major principles of learning and teaching in schools today
H. Ethnic / cultural diversity in the schools today
I. Stereotyping and bias
J. Washington state public school system
K. Professional qualifications, opportunities, and demands for a teaching career
L. Washington Administrative Code (WAC)
Student Outcomes
1. Describe the history, philosophy and principles of the American education system.
2. Discuss current issues, trends, and career opportunities.
3. Describe current principles of behavior guidance and their influence on learning.
4. Compare and contrast developmentally appropriate instruction and assessment strategies.
5. Recognize the need to differentiate curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse students.
6. Explain how teaching and learning are influenced by individual experiences, abilities, and prior learning.
7. Describe the impact of America’s changing demographics and the implications for the classroom.
8. Define the role of the educator in the program setting and describe the nature of relationships among children, parents, educators and educational programs.
Degree Outcomes
Program Outcomes:
1. Support educational outcomes
2. Demonstrate professionalism and ethical practices
3. Support a positive and safe learning environment
4. Communicate effectively and participate in the team process
5. Demonstrate cultural competency
Critical, Creative, and Reflective Thinking: Graduates will evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and generate ideas; construct informed, meaningful, and justifiable conclusions; and process feelings, beliefs, biases, strengths, and weaknesses as they relate to their thinking, decisions, and creations.
Lecture Contact Hours 50
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 50
Potential Methods
A. Article review
B. Class discussion
C. Classroom scenario
D. Essay
E. Instructional strategies
F. Interview
G. Portfolio
H. Presentation
I. Professional goals
J. Quiz
K. Reflections
L. Research project
M. Self assessment/action plan
N. Small group activity
O. Teaching project
P. Journals
Q. Classroom Discussion
R. Lesson Plans
S. Classroom Observations
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