EDUC 0207 - Philosophy of Education

Institution:

Westfield State University

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Description:

An introduction to educational philosophy through consideration of historically recurrent perspectives such as idealism, realism, essentialism, romanticism, instrumentalism, existentialism, and positivism as they relate to contemporary issues in educational policy and practice. Special emphasis will be given to fundamental approaches to the critical analysis of original sources.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westfield.ma.edu/student-consumer-information

Phone Number:

(413) 572-5300

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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