Foundations of Education

3.00 credits · Undergraduate

Prereq: Permission of the Department This course is an orientation to professional practice in education. Learners will engage with foundational educational theories that shape educational practice, including differences between the banking model of education and problem-posing and social constructivist approaches. Learners will reflect on their own experiences in school, critically examining how their experiences, beliefs, values, and goals inform their teaching. The course also offers an introduction to essential components of teaching practice including the ethics of teaching, professional conduct and responsibilities, and critical reflection. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours)