Online Education Exploration
TEL 111 - Exploration of Education
Overview
This course explores the purpose of education in today’s world and the learners in the education systems. The course is designed to (a) provide an overview of the systems of education; (b) examine the role of institutions and agents, historical and current practices, and innovations in multicultural education; and (c) create awareness of, and respect for, the learners in today’s education system. This course is also designed to assist students in developing their working philosophy of education.
View syllabusCourse prerequisites and requirements
To be successful in this course, we recommend English language fluency and computer literacy. We also encourage you to make sure your laptop or desktop computer meets the technical requirements.
Quick facts
Next start date:
Jan. 14, 2025 (8 weeks)
- Credits: 3
- Length: 8 weeks
- Cost: $25 + $400
What you’ll learn
- Explore dimensions of your personal identity as you relate to the field of education
- Understand the history and systems of education and examine the purposes, functions, roles, and organization of education in the United States
- Examine current trends in the various systems of education
- Analyze the implications that culture has on students, teachers, and schools
- Explore critical issues facing students, teachers, schools, and society
- Distinguish between ineffective and effective strategies for developing and leading a positive learning environment
- Analyze ways to promote and prepare themselves and students to develop a growth mindset while being culturally proficient
Transcript
This course appears on your transcript identically to how it appears on the transcript of an enrolled ASU student who has taken the course on one of ASU’s campuses. Course attendance dates will be listed on your transcript. An on-demand course will appear on your transcript in the session you complete the course.
This course satisfies 3 credit hours toward the HUAD: Humanities, Arts and Design General Studies requirement at Arizona State University. It is strongly encouraged that you consult with your institution of choice to determine how these credits will be applied to their degree requirements prior to transferring your credit.
Faculty and course staff
Nicole
Chaluisan
Instructional Professional,
Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College
Arizona State University
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