EDB 242

Introduction to Education

Students will develop a teaching philosophy, examining why they want to be teachers, what will be expected of them in that role, and what being a professional teacher means. This introductory class will ground the analysis of teaching as a profession in educational settings that are rich with diversity of needs, interests, abilities, and narratives. Social factors impacting education will be analyzed by using critical pedagogy intended to connect future teachers to the communities in which they will be working. Therefore, there will be a clinical/field experience required, as specified in the course schedule below. EDB 242 is a Professional Education TAG (Transfer Assurance Guide) course.

Units: 3.0