College of Education General Education Courses
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There are six categories of General Education courses. The College of Education has 15 general courses in four categories.
Understanding the Individual in Society
ED 100 Introduction to Urban Education a – 3 credit hours
Introductory and cross-disciplinary examination of issues related to education in urban America, with particular attention paid to policies and practices impacting diversity and equity in public schools.
ED 101 Critical Literacies in a Digital Democracy – 3 credit hours
Digital consumption, creation, and collaboration have significant impacts on participation in democratic processes. In this class we will learn about and engage in digital literacy practices including critical analysis and multimedia composing
ED 135 Child and Youth Policies in Urban America a – 3 credit hours
Examines policies and practices for children and youth in urban America using historical, sociological, psychological and economic frameworks. Integrates disciplinary knowledge of educational policies and practices.
ED 205 Introduction to Race, Ethnicity, and Education a – 3 credit hours
Introductory and cross-disciplinary examination of issues related to race, ethnicity, and cultural diversity in education.
ED 217 STEM, Education, and Society: Exploring Identity, Community, Ethics, Politics, and Ideology – 3 credit hours
A focus on political, economic, social, and environmental implications of STEM education. Cross-disciplinary examination of math, sciences, engineering, and related disciplines, with attention to identity, experience, and social disparities.
ED 222 Introduction to Gender, Sexuality, and Education a – 3 credit hours
Introductory and cross-disciplinary examination of issues related to gender and sexuality in education.
ED 258 Language Development and Learning in a Diverse Society a – 3 credit hours
Provides an overview of the key issues and concepts related to the study of language development, learning, and multilingualism in a diverse society. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Completion of the English composition requirement. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Practice.
ED 264 Sport, Education, and Society – 3 credit hours
Students will explore how sport has shaped society and effects social change; paying particular attention to issues of access and equity, focusing on how sport influences human, social, and community development, as well as societal values and priorities. Course Information: Recommended background:: EPSY 100 or PSCH 100 or SOC 100.
ED/EPSY 160 Games, Learning, and Society – 3 credit hours
Explores the development and design of games for teaching and learning. Critical analysis of games and how they shape interactions among players, their learning, and their connection to society.
EPSY 242 Introduction to Sexuality Development Across the Lifespan – 3 credit hours
Examine all aspects of the development of sexuality across the lifespan. Course covers physiological, cognitive, behavioral, emotional, identity, and relational components of sexuality development and how contextual factors shape sexual development. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): EPSY 100 or PSCH 100.
a also approved for the category of Understanding U.S. Society
Understanding the Creative Arts
ED/SPED 201 Children’s Literature and Disabilities – 3 credit hours
Examination of children’s and young adult literature focused on how disabilities are portrayed and how literature encapsulates societal attitudes, beliefs, and stereotypes contributing to access and equity of children with disabilities in schools. Course Information: Same as ED 201. This is a blended course.
Understanding US Society
ED 100 Introduction to Urban Education b – 3 credit hours
Introductory and cross-disciplinary examination of issues related to education in urban America, with particular attention paid to policies and practices impacting diversity and equity in public schools.
ED 135 Child and Youth Policies in Urban America b – 3 credit hours
Examines policies and practices for children and youth in urban America using historical, sociological, psychological and economic frameworks. Integrates disciplinary knowledge of educational policies and practices.
ED 200. Education Policy Foundations – 3 hours
Social, cultural, political, and intellectual forces that influence and shape educational policy in the learning process. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
ED 205 Introduction to Race, Ethnicity, and Education b – 3 credit hours
Introductory and cross-disciplinary examination of issues related to race, ethnicity, and cultural diversity in education.
ED 222 Introduction to Gender, Sexuality, and Education b – 3 credit hours
Introductory and cross-disciplinary examination of issues related to gender and sexuality in education.
ED 252 Contemporary Controversies in US Schools – 3 credit hours
Introductory and cross-disciplinary examination of contemporary controversies related to public education in the United States
ED 253: Current Debates in Higher Education – 3 credit hours
Introductory and cross-disciplinary examination of current debates related to higher education in the United States.
ED 258 Language Development and Learning in a Diverse Society b – 3 credit hours
Provides an overview of the key issues and concepts related to the study of language development, learning, and multilingualism in a diverse society. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Completion of the English composition requirement. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Practice.
b also approved for the category of Individual and Society
Exploring World Cultures
SPED 202 International Perspectives in Inclusive Education – 3 credit hours
The course will focus on international comparative views of how different educational systems include students with disabilities.