Calumet College of St. Joseph

SYLLABUS FOR FOUNDATION OF EDUCATION

 

Term:  Fall, 2001-2002 (011) (Sept. 4 – Dec. 15)                                                     

Course Number: EDU 311x

Instructor:   Dr. Michael Carroll

Office:  508

Office Phone: 219-473-4262

E-mail:  mcarroll@ccsj.edu

Home Phone: 815.254.1537

Office Hours: Tuesdays 2-6, Thursdays 2-6, Fridays 10-12.

 

Instructor Background: BA Accounting, MBA-Finance, CPA, Ph.D., Educational Psychology – Loyola University.  Areas of research and interest are how we think, how we process information, and what are the most effective ways to learn new material.

 

Course Time: Tuesdays 7:00 – 10:00p

 

Course Description: This course provides an overview of the historical basis of the present educational system as well as it’s social impact and future implications.  Cultural, ethnic, and minority expectations of school; the legal rights and responsibilities of students and teachers; and philosophies and theories of education are highlighted. Field Experiences Required.

 

Prerequisites: EDU 100 and EDU 200       

 

Learning Outcomes/ Competencies:

Students in this course will:

 

·         Understand the various education philosophies and theories framing the contemporary American education systems;

·         Examine the legal rights and responsibilities of students and educators;

·         Explore and differentiate the different values inherent in various religious, educational and cultural traditions;

·         Understand and evaluate the various cultural, ethnic and minority expectations of schooling;

·         Synthesize the various influences impacting the development of an educational philosophy and be able to articulate your own educational philosophy.

 

Textbooks:          Ornstein, Allan C. and Levin, Daniel E. (1997)  Foundations of Education Boston: Houghton Mifflin Co..

                                Abom, Mitch. (1997) Tuesdays with Morrie, New York: Doubleday.

Payne, Ruby. (1998) A Framework for Understanding Poverty.  Baytown, Texas: RFT Publishing.

                               

 

Learning Strategies:  Students will learn through a variety of methods including: Group Discussions, Team Projects, Collaborative Learning, Lecturing and Field Experience.

 

Field Experience:  Students will be required to interview a principal or assistant principal from both a public school and a private school.  The purpose of the interview is to examine the evolution and development of the schools’ educational philosophy.  The findings of these interviews will be part of the final presentations.

 

Assessment:

 

5 projects @ 40 points each                                                             200 points

Mid-term Exam                                                                                    100 points

Final Exam                                                                                           100 points

Final Presentation                                                                               100 points

Participation                                                                                         100 points

 

Total Points                                                                                          600 points

 

 

 

 

 

Class Policy for Assignments:

 

There will be no make-up exams.   If there are extraordinary circumstances, the student must communicate in advance with the instructor.  Each assignment must be done in a professional manner.  You will be graded on content, style, reflection, and a demonstrated understanding, application, and\or evaluation of the material.  Assignments will also be graded on clear, precise, accurate and sound writing mechanics.

 

 

Grading Scale:

 

A: 92-100                A-: 90-91               B+:  88-89     B: 82-87         B-:  80-81    C+: 78-79

C: 72-77                 C-: 70-71              D+:  68-69     D: 62-67         D-:  60-61    F:  59 & below

 

Class Policy on Attendance: 

 

A good percentage of you grade is based on participation.  It is extremely difficult to participate if you are not present in class.  The student will be allowed one unexcused absence without consequence.  Additional absences must be for extraordinary reasons and be communicated to the teacher in advance.

 

 

 

Course Outline:

 

Class Dates:                                                                                                       Topics/Assignments:

 

9/4                                                                                                          Chapter 1 – Understanding the Profession

 

9/11                                                                                                        Chapter 2 – The Teaching Profession                                                                                                                           Assignment #1

 

9/18                                                                                                        Chapter 3 – World Roots of Am. Education

                                                                                                                Chapter 4 – Pioneers in Education

 

9/25                                                                                                        Chapter 5 – Historical Developments                                                                                                             Assignment #2 - Morrie

 

10/2                                                                                                        Chapter 6 – Governing and Administering Public Education

Chapter 7 – Financing Public Education      

 

10/9                                                                                                        Chapter 8 – Legal Aspects of Education

 

10/16                                                                                                      Midterm

 

10/23                                                                                                      Chapter 9 – Culture, Socialization and Ed.                                                                                                                    Assignment #3

 

10/30                                                                                                      Chapter 10 – Class, Race and Achievement

 

11/6                                                                                                        Chapter 11 – Equal Educational Opportunity                                                                                                                                Assignment #4

 

11/13                                                                                                      Chapter 12 – Philosophical Roots

Chapter 13 – Purposes of Education

 

11/20                                                                                                      Chapter 14 – Curriculum and Instruction                                                                                                                       Assignment #5 - Poverty

 

11/27                                                                                                      Chapter 16 - School Effectiveness and Reform

 

12/4                                                                                                        Final Exam

 

12/11                                                                                                      Presentations (Own Philosophy)

 

Class Participation: See statement above on Attendance.

 

Center for Academic Excellence:

Tutoring assistance is free to all students of Calumet College of St. Joseph. Call the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE), to make an appointment at 473-4287. The Center has experienced and well-trained tutors in most subject areas to help students who are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to do better. Regular weekly tutoring sessions are likely to improve your grade.

 

Statement of Plagiarism:

If an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances. (Academic Planner 2001/2002 p.27)

 

Format for Written Assignments Guidelines:

The professional Education community has adopted the standards in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 4th Edition, Washington, 1994.  The professional standards described therein are those expected in the professional education community; as future professional educators, students of education also need to demonstrate in their writing the standards adopted by the professional education community.  This publication is available in the bookstore and in the referrence section of the Specker Library.

 

 

 

Withdrawal from Classes Policy:

After the last day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the withdrawal is disallowed. Note: Degree Completion Division (DCD) students should consult the DCD Student Handbook for information on DCD withdrawals.

 

An official withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript. Dropping a course without written permission automatically incurs an "F" grade for the course (see Refund Schedule).