EDUC 220 - Foundations of American Education

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

The philosophical, historical, and sociological foundations of American education form a context from which students analyze the institutional characteristics and curricular patterns, objectives, and resources of the contemporary elementary and secondary schools. Emphasis is placed on issues, problems, and challenges which influence curriculum and instruction in grades K-12 today. This course, which is a prerequisite to all other required education courses, requires minimum 2.20 overall GPA to enroll as a sophomore and 2.45 overall GPA to enroll as a junior. This course is not open to freshmen or seniors. Must be taken concurrently with EDUC 221. Students are required to take PRAXIS I tests prior to or during this course. Praxis I is required for eligibility for all subsequent education courses. Three hours. Ms. Bruce.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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