EDU 200 - Sociology of Education

Institution:

University of Maine at Augusta

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Description:

(This course is cross listed with SOC331). This course examines the social organization of education and its social and political context in contemporary American society. Topics include the emergence of public education, role of state and community in shaping its nature, problems of access and equality, the organizational structure of educational institutions, teaching as a profession, and alternatives to public education. Comparisons with educational systems of other countries are included when appropriate. Prerequisite: SOC101 and one addition sociology course. CR. 3

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uma.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 621-3000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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