This course investigates the historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological foundations influencing American education policies and practices. This course also examines the history of literacy beliefs and practices and special education services beliefs and practices in America to contextualize current national, state, and local literacy trends and practices. Controversial educational issues are explored, and personal philosophies of education are formulated. This course is a core requirement for MEd EL, IL and IP.
EDUC-501: Foundations of American Education
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