EDU 218 Foundations of Education
Includes an overview of the place of public and Catholic education in society, the theoretical foundations of an educator’s educational philosophy, the current landscape of concerns and challenges of modern education in varied school environments, school organization, administration, and curriculum. The course will examine the influence of diversity, social issues, and comparative and global education. The course examines school law. Candidates view the role of the Catholic school educator and are introduced to the vision, mission, and goals of the Education Department and how these collectively foster an integrated education.