EDU 101X - Introduction to Education and Teaching, 3 credit hours

Prerequisite(s): This course includes a field experience. To complete the experiential requirement, BOTH EDU 101X AND EDU 103DX must be completed at BW.
This course will introduce the beginning student in professional education to teaching at the various levels and licensure areas. Students will explore the foundation of American education; emerging models of teaching; structural reforms; diversity of learners; multicultural education; state and national standards; and issues and trends affecting education. In addition to the scheduled class time, a 15 clock-hour field observation will be required as part of the course requirements.