Education and Child Study 237 - COMPARATIVE EDUCATION

In this course, students are introduced to the field of comparative and international education. Students survey general features of educational systems and examine key contemporary issues affecting educational policies, practices, and reforms in select countries. They also explore a variety of theoretical approaches and research methods for understanding educational issues. Issues examined in this course include culture; educational access, quality, and equity; teacher professionalism; educational reform; and globalization. Enrollment limited to 35.