EDUC 545 Influence of Social, Cultural, and Political Factors in Schools

This course examines the intersection of external forces on school curricula, policies, settings, and communication. A variety of perspectives and issues will afford an increased self-awareness and set of strategies to equip teacher leaders in establishing a more just and equitable learning community.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate schools as dynamic organizations with historical, cultural, political, and social contexts.
2. Incorporate cultural competence in development of programs, curriculum, and instructional practices.
3. Evaluate the curriculum and assessments in their classroom for bias based on students’ differences to assure equity across learning and assessment.
4. Demonstrate applied skill in providing academic, social/emotional, and career interventions to students and families from diverse backgrounds.
5. Identify any achievement gaps in their classrooms and develop plans to promote equity of opportunity for all learners.
6. Judge potential personal biases of cultural, racial, ethnic, gender, and socio-economic status that may impact their teaching.
7. Determine the impact of values, culture, and diversity on educational leadership and variables that affect student achievement.