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May 02, 2024
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EDCS 4000 - Democracy, Education & Society
Examines the historical and philosophical roots of education in the U.S. Engages students in a critical examination of contemporary issues in education and the role of citizens and educators as transformative change agents for the improvement of schools with a commitment to equity and socially just education. Synthesizes educational history, philosophy, sociology, politics, as they address the responsibilities of families, students, educators and the community in educational practices in the United States.
Requisites: One course in Tier II Social Sciences or Humanities and Sr only
Credit Hours: 3
OHIO BRICKS Capstone: Capstone or Culminating Experience
General Education Code (students who entered prior to Fall 2021-22): 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes: - Comprehend the competing and interactive aspects of education, schooling and society and how they impact student learning in a democracy.
- Comprehend the historical, philosophical, sociological and political foundations of public education in the United States, and examine the competing tensions therein.
- Comprehend the intersection of and evolving philosophies of education that inform citizen and educator choices to act as educational change agents.
- Explore ethical decision-making and action inside the value-laden context of educational settings in the context of contemporary society.
- Research contemporary issues at the intersection of school and society such as: high stakes testing, ability grouping, school funding, school choice, school violence, the small school movement, charter schools, among others.
- Understand legal protections and constraints related to education, and the role of unions and governance in the empowerment of teachers, students and families; examine the significance of school law as it relates to students, families and teachers.
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