EDUC 652 - Understanding School Law

(3 units)

The rights and responsibilities of students, teachers, and educational practitioners in relation to school programs and operations as determined by state and federal laws and court decisions. Topics include student residency, attendance and discipline; freedom of speech; search and seizure; FERPA; IDEA; LRE; employee rights. This course fulfills part of the Nevada State Administrative Leadership endorsement requirement and is aligned with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders. (Formerly SNU: ALDR 503)

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): formerly Sierra Nevada University Teacher Education student.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Other

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. comprehend legal issues in relation to public education, school programs, and other operations.
2. determine whether a current professional environment is in compliance with state and/or federal laws.
3. evaluate and synthesize appropriate theory to practice through the comple-tion of a reflective synthesis at a satisfactory level.

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