PHIL 233 - Philosophy of Education

Institution:

Marist College

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Description:

Three Credits LA This course will analyze philosophical issues underlying the realm of education. What is the purpose of education What are schools for What is the proper content or subject matter of education What is the most effective means of communicating knowledge What happens in the teaching-learning process What is the responsibility of the teacher What is the responsibility of the student What counts as successful teaching and learning In addition to theoretical questions such as these, the course will examine issues such as religious education in public schools, moral education, multicultural and bilingual education, home schooling, distance learning, and standardized testing. Priority to Teacher Education students. Offered according to student and faculty interest.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Marist.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 575-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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