Educational Philosophy, Curriculum, and Social Justice

Course Overview

Philosophy of Education and Change looks at key philosophical influences on our American education system. This class helps students explore multiple perspectives in the quest to expand educational equity and opportunity for all, while respecting the uniqueness of each learner and the complexities inherent in institutional organization and change. As a result of this class, students will gain a better understanding of the antecedents of our current educational dilemmas and develop the capacity to more critically evaluate trends in the political and social context of education in the 21st century. Students will look at the impact of systems thinking and systemic change theory on educational institutions and will use this knowledge to help them in their work as change agents and leaders in their schools and communities.

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