Thus the pedagogy of the course will include many opportunities for small and large group conversations and responsibilities in order to build a class community. As a member of this class community, it is important for you to attend and collaborate with one another. Thus if you must miss a class, you will discuss with me ahead of time a way for you to create a similar collaborative experience with the content. A school or district written communication plan including one sample visual to share with the intended audience, e.g., brochure, web page, or other selected means of formal communication. A written analysis of the student's school community with citations from both the school and the community including the political, social, cultural, and economic factors and data that influence the school and school district.
All sites contain demographic data including populations and economic information.
Small group research on various methods for public engagement. There is a large body of information on methods for engaging families and community members in public education ranging from informal to formal. In groups of three-four, you will research one method that has successfully worked to improve student achievement. You will present the information in an interesting manner to the rest of class modeling how you might engage the public in supporting this method. In addition, students will go out into the community to gather information through independent field experiences that are the equivalent of three class periods.