ED 604 - Introduction to Teaching

Credits: 3

This course is designed to familiarize students with the broad field of education. Emphasis is given to historical, social, and philosophical foundations of education in America. Through the study of the history of education, emphasizing diversity in the United States, the focus will be on changing conceptions of teachers and teaching. Examination will be made of the influence of different philosophical movements on schools and schooling to inform students as they formulate their own evolving philosophy of teaching. Students will investigate government and finance of American education including recent innovations such as charter schools, vouchers, and school choice. Students will examine how ethics and law influence rights and responsibilities of teachers and students.