EDU 202 - Introduction to Secondary Education

Credits: 3

Description
Introduction to the historical and philosophical foundations, settings, problems, and issues related to contemporary secondary schooling and its complexities. Current issues and educational foundations (multicultural, social, and psychological) emphasized. Observation in a classroom is required. Participation in Preparation for the Praxis Core exam will be required.

Student Learning Outcomes

Evaluate Secondary Education as a profession and begin developing a personal philosophy.
Compare and contrast historical, philosophical, legal, and current foundations of all education with a secondary education emphasis.
Define the basic elements of curriculum design and lesson planning in secondary education.
Examine a secondary education classroom observation for elements of the learning process and effective instruction.
Define and practice the elements of secondary education such as presentation, collaboration, and technology as it applies to today’s diverse student population.

Prerequisite: None