Information for the research paper, oral report, executive summaries, and weekly discussions may be retrieved from the internet, various televiosn broadcasts, and professional journals. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the teacher in the socialization process of American youth. This course, with emphasis on using technolgy, focuses on the societal, cultural, political, and economic influences on the socialization of American youth. The course relates the socialization process of American youth to the major global issues which impact education, and the ways in which the teacher may address them. Student experience in the socialization of American youth should be applied to understanding and presenting the course material.
Regular attendance is required.
Class participation will enhance complete understanding of the course material. Excessive lateness or absence will result in grade reduction. A paper slide or text outline of material to be presented must be submitted at the time of presentation. Presentations should be limited to thirty minutes for each group. It consists of various forms of objective questions and comprehensive essay questions to measure students' ability to analyze, integrate, and articulate course material.