EDUC 105 - Introduction to Education

Institution:

Fort Peck Community College

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Description:

3 credits This course is a comprehensive overview of the foundations of education in the United States. This interdisciplinary course, incorporating the historical, political, economic, legal, social, philosophical, and curricular foundations of education, provides pre-service teachers with a clear understanding of the teaching profession. The course will provide novice educators with a broad picture of the education and in the United States and the issues and controversies confronting American education today. Students will gain the basis for informed decision-making about the educational environment that they are about to enter. The primary purpose is to prepare reflective teachers who will be able to make informed decisions to improve and enhance the learning environment for children. Fall, Spring.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.fpcc.edu

Phone Number:

(406) 768-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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