This course examines the influence of the social context of education and contemporary issues in the American context. Emphasis is placed upon the teacher as agent of change and the values that underpin agendas for change. Students will develop a personal and cohort mission statement.
Emphasis is on evaluating and integrating instructional software within the standard classroom.
Existing research is examined and conducted as to the delivery, support, and effects of computer applications as they relate to content area curriculum. Students are trained in how to use interactive computer hardware and software to enhance more effective classroom instruction. The range of curricula will include grades K-12. Some of the classic models of curriculum development included in the study will be Tyler, Leyton, Taba, Slavin, Rubin, and the Olivia model. The student will be involved in the development, execution, and evaluation of instructional activites.