Schooling in the United States
"The topics examined in this course include the following: (a) history and philosophy of schooling in the U.S.; (b) public purposes of schooling, including development of civic and democratic virtues and of preparation for the nation’s workforce; (c) issues critical to today’s schools, including the standards and assessment movement and school and teacher accountability; and (d) topics related to becoming a teacher in the state of Colorado.
Upon completion of this course, students will understand and explain historic and political influences on public schools’ curricula, educational governance, and accountability. They will analyze future trends and needs related to schools including career paths in education. Additionally, they will demonstrate the use of the following technology skills: word-processing; email for communication, including sending attached documents; and the world wide web to explore resources and seek information related to schooling."
-From the Colorado State University School of Education
Upon completion of this course, students will understand and explain historic and political influences on public schools’ curricula, educational governance, and accountability. They will analyze future trends and needs related to schools including career paths in education. Additionally, they will demonstrate the use of the following technology skills: word-processing; email for communication, including sending attached documents; and the world wide web to explore resources and seek information related to schooling."
-From the Colorado State University School of Education