EL 712 - History of Education

(3 units)

Development of educational thought and practice in Western civilization.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. compare and contrast the foundations of education in the US and education in Europe.
2. discuss and explain the reoccurring historical themes in the history of Western education.
3. develop an argument based on historical evidence.
4. demonstrate understanding of the importance of chronology in the history of Western education.
5. analyze primary and secondary sources of information.
6. utilize theory to inform policy and practice in higher education.

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