EDUC 2120 - Socio-cultural Influences in Teaching and Learning

Credits: 3

This course introduces students to fundamental knowledge of culture essential for effective teaching in increasingly diverse classrooms. Designed as a foundation course for subsequent courses focused on the preparation of culturally responsive teachers, this course examines 1) the nature and function of culture; 2) the development of individual and group cultural identity; 3) definition and implications of diversity; 4) the influences of culture on learning, development and pedagogy, and 5) an introduction to English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL). Includes 10 hours of field experience. Time documentation, evaluation forms and reflection papers are required.