SPED-51600 Learning Theories and Schooling

This course is designed to provide participants with a strong knowledge base in developmental theories of behavior, language and learning that have shaped current practices in K-12 public and private schools.  In addition to exploring current research on cognition and learning, course participants will examine philosophy-based, psychology-based and progressive learning theories that have influenced current educational practices.  The examination of research on cognitive science and learning theories will be informed by critical readings from feminist and social theorists who offer alternative interpretations of the foundations on which schooling should be based.

Credits

3