ED 130 - Principles of Teaching and Learning

This course outlines the historical, economic, and social foundations of American education. It identifies current issues in education and explores recent efforts in school reform. The course introduces students to learning theories, classroom management, lesson plan development, assessment, and different philosophies of K-12 education. It is required of all students in one of the Teacher Education Programs (formerly Introduction to American Education). Sophomore Early Field Experience (SEFE) is a required 30 hour clinical experience embedded in this course.

Four credits.