EDUC 201 Foundations of Education*
This course introduces social, philosophical, and historical perspective in education. Students will examine the teaching field, current trends, and teaching as a profession. (This course includes a portfolio entry: Autobiographical Essay. This class addresses Idaho Core Teacher Standards 1, 2 and 9).
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
EDUC 201Foundations of Education*
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
45
Grading Method
Letter grade
III. Catalog Course Description
This course introduces social, philosophical, and historical perspective in education. Students will examine the teaching field, current trends, and teaching as a profession. (This course includes a portfolio entry: Autobiographical Essay. This class addresses Idaho Core Teacher Standards 1, 2 and 9).
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Identify why people teach and what are teaching responsibilities.
- Identify professional teaching concepts: HOTS, RTI, SIOP, and M.I. learning styles.
- Understand the historical roots of education, religion in schools, and current practices of Charlotte Danielson.
- Distinguish between teaching instruction, and school mandated curriculum standards illustrated in David Marzano's and Madeline Hunters lesson plans techniques.
- Discuss school functional organization and teaching/learning philosophies.
- Discuss school structural governance and finance, professional ethics and laws.
- Discuss school technology and "how to prepare self " for the teaching profession
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
Teacher Professionalism & Why Teach
Ethics & Effective Teaching
Cultural & Learning Diversity
Howard Gardner
Historical Roots & Reform
School Governance & Finance
Ethical & Legal Influences
Curriculum, Instruction, Standards, & Current Practices
Teaching & Learning Philosophies
Technology & Preparation for Teaching
Creating a Positive Environment
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Required Assignments
Essay
Required Exams
Rubric
Exams, discussion, and assignments
Lesson Plan
Required Text
Introduction to Teaching by Pearson
Articles
Assessment Strategy Narrative
Principle 2: Knowledge of Human Development and Learning- The pre-service teacher
understands how students learn and develop, and provides opportunities that support their intellectual, social, and personal development.
Outcome: Students will critically discuss the diversity of educational issues.
Assessment: Essay (holistic scoring), oral presentation (rubric)
Principle 6: Communications Skills- The pre-service teacher uses a variety of communication
techniques to foster inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in and beyond the classroom.
Outcome: Students will demonstrate effective communication skills
Assessment: Autobiographical Essay (portfolio entry) assessed using a holistic scoring rubric.
Outcome: Students will develop an analytical philosophy statement
Assessment: Item analysis exam and philosophy statement assignment (holistic rubric)
Principle 9: Professional Commitment and Responsibility- The pre-service teacher is a
reflective practitioner who demonstrates a commitment to professional standards and is continuously engaged in purposeful mastery of the art and science of teaching.
Outcome: Students will demonstrate an understanding of teaching definitions, concepts, and techniques.
Assessment: Exams, discussion, and assignments
Outcome: Students will critically discuss their background information relating to educational issues.
Assessment: Autobiographical Essay (portfolio entry) assessed using a holistic scoring rubric
Outcome: Students will evaluate effective instruction and the necessary skills to achieve educational goals
Assessment: Item analysis exam; instructor evaluation
Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements
Essay Rubric
Exams, discussion, and assignments
Lesson Plan