Enrollment limited to 25. K. Kumashiro EDUC233. Environmental Education . An intensive consideration of philosophy and methodology, this course explores the historical roots of environmental education, its recent evolution from several fields, and possible futures. Students survey contemporary programs, curricula, and research, and consider the role of formal education in generating environmental awareness and responsibility in light of ecological crisis.
Students develop and teach lessons related to social and environmental problems of their concern.
Extensive writing, curriculum development, teaching, and interacting with professionals in the field are expected. Open to first-year students. Enrollment limited to 25. Gender Issues in Education . This course considers education, especially classroom teaching, in relation to recent theory and research on gender.