SO 315 - Schools and Societies

Institution:

Mitchell College

Subject:

Description:

3 credits (spring) The primary objective is to develop awareness of the relationship between a society's education system and that society's other systems: its unique political, economic and socio-cultural institutions. To achieve this, school systems will be analyzed from the perspective of their current socio-cultural setting and their responses to challenges, such as development, trans-national migration, social exclusion, literacy, political change, and the movement of refugees. Other objectives include reinforcing the student's research skills in the social sciences and strengthening analytical and reflective skills. Oral and written presentation skills are also emphasized. NOTE: Offered as ED315 and SO315. Students may not receive credit for both ED315 and SO315.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mitchell.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 701-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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