Education 217 - School and Society

Institution:

Whitman College

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Description:

Kitchens The course provides an introduction to education in the United States through exploration of educational history; problems confronting education in an increasingly pluralistic society; and contemporary educational issues. More specifically, topics will include: school law and student/teacher rights, standardized testing, school reforms, school financing, school choice, vouchers, societal functions of schools, and private vs. public schooling.

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.whitman.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 527-5111

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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