EDU 221 - Introduction to Education

Credits: 3(3-0)

Focuses on the historical, social, political, philosophical, cultural, and economic forces that shape the United States public school system. Includes current issues of educational reform, technology as it relates to education and considerations related to becoming a teacher in the State of Colorado. Special interest will be paid to the topic of diversity in the K-12 school system. Incorporates a 30-hour 0-credit pre-professional, supervised field-based experience. Together with this experience, a portfolio and field experience reflective journal is required of all students. Additionally, prior to participating in the field experience, all students must submit a CDE fingerprint card and processing fee which will be used to conduct a CBI background check. Prerequisite: College level reading and writing as demonstrated on college level placement scores. Prerequisite(s): none.