EDU 100 - Foundations of Education

Institution:

Lourdes University

Subject:

Education

Description:

Provides a historical philosophical, legal, and social overview of education. Students will examine how schools are organized, administered and financed. In addition, students will explore the skills and competencies (Teacher Performance Standards) necessary to be an effective teacher. Students are required to participate in field experiences in two of the following education settings; Early Childhood (grades PK-3), Middle Childhood (grades 4-9), or Adolescence to Young Adult (grades 7-12). Such experience will assist students in determining if teaching is a career for them and will also help students decide which major (program) they will pursue. Students will also be required to begin development of their Teacher Development Portfolio and use basic technologies throughout the course.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.lourdes.edu

Phone Number:

(419) 885-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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