Students will develop an understanding of educational procedures and problems as they are involved in an actual administrative situation. Working with a mentor in a workplace environment, students will learn strategic, knowledge of the strengths or lack of merit of various programs. The course will focus on six major areas that influence the field of curriculum: philosophy, teaching, learning, instruction, supervision, and policy. Students will be presented with and encouraged to examine and debate popularly held traditional beliefs versus more controversial viewpoints. An emphasis will be place on students’ ability to make ethical decisions that honor the needs of the broader community. Emphasis is place on the Felician mission of being a competent, caring, and compassionate educator.
Prerequisites
EDU 540 MS