ELSPED 3115 - 60 Schooling and Inclusive Education in the 21st Century

This course engages teacher candidates in an overview of the social, political, and cultural aspects of education that has contributed to current public policy and law associated with the educational process. Perceptions of difference and an overview of inclusive practice in schools, technology-supported learning, building inclusive school communities, and learning environments will be discussed in today's schools. The course focuses on collaboration in learning, practice as professionals, and advocacy for social justice in educational contexts. Prerequisite(s): declared Purple Pathway for Paraeducators majors only.