SOC 310 - Sociology of Urban Education

Institution:

D'Youville College

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Description:

In this course, students analyze core problems facing urban public schools. Issues explored include funding inequities, testing schemes, privatization, high-stakes testing, bilingual education, curriculum control, and the impact of poverty on schooling. Attention is also paid to the experiences of students who come from culturally diverse backgrounds, and to immigrant and refugee youth. The possibilities of public schools are investigated throughout this course, as is the potential for reform through the use of critical pedagogy and equitable policy initiatives. Offered in the fall semester of odd-numbered years.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dyc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 829-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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