PHL-207 - Philosophy of Education

3 credits

This introductory course explores modern educational philosophy by examining various issues in policy and practices through the philosophical lenses of idealism, essentialism, romanticism, instrumentalism, idealism, and existentialism. Theories will be applied to the study of current challenges in education, methods of education, curriculum, and role of the teacher, as well as the development of educational policy and practice. Developing a robust and comprehensive philosophy of education relative to theory and practice will be emphasized.

Mass Transfer Gen Ed Foundation: Mass Transfer Gen Ed Foundation: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the Mass Transfer Gen Ed Foundation’s Humanities and Fine Arts requirements.