EDU 110 - Introduction to Teaching

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Education

Description:

This course provides students with an introduction to the field of teaching and learning. Students will become familiar with teaching as a career choice and state requirements for becoming a certified teacher. To assist students in gaining knowledge in a well organized format, the course is structured into four areas of competence: historical and philosophical foundations; teacher and student diversity (culture, language, and exceptionalities); schools and curriculum; and finances, government, and legal concerns. Students will explore relevant current issues in education. Students will closely examine how schools serve as tools for promoting equity, social justice, and societal change. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Explain the practical aspects of education, including governance, the professional ethics for teachers, funding, curriculum, and societal impacts; Develop a background in education foundations, theory and policy, including understanding social, economic and cultural diversity, and implications for learning; Discuss and analyze the major developments of the history of education, especially as they relate to discrimination, equity, social justice and school reform; Develop a statement of philosophy of teaching and learning that reflects an understanding of teaching as a career and incorporates an understanding of meeting the needs of diverse student populations; Evaluate and analyze best practices and effective teaching strategies that promote student achievement.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration; Visiting students may submit college transcript

Corequisites:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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