EDC 200 - Social Foundations of Education

3 Credit(s) Hours: 4 hrs. (2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. field)

The social underpinnings of education are traced through a study of the history of education, including the development of its practices and philosophies. The social forces that currently influence education and gaps between ideals and the realities of education are analyzed. Reports requiring school visits will be assigned.

This course is designated as a CUNY Pathways Major Gateway course and thus, guarantees automatic transfer into any the Education major across colleges and programs. This course requires a minimum of 15 hours of fieldwork that support the learning outcomes of a Social Foundations in Education course. Must obtain a minimum grade of “C” in order to progress to the next Education course in the sequence.

Department: Behavioral Sciences