T ED 660

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History of Teaching and Teacher Education

Teacher Education David O. McKay School of Education

Course Description

History of teaching as a cross-generational social and cultural activity; teacher education as a professional practice with present-day educational implications.

When Taught

Fall

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

Membership in teacher education cohort or instructor's consent

Title

History of Teaching and Teacher Education

Learning Outcome

Candidates will gain knowledge about and understanding of some of the major ideas and trends in the history of teaching and teacher education.

Title

Connecting past and current problems and opportunities

Learning Outcome

Drawing on this knowledge and understanding, candidates will be able to recognize and articulate connections between past and current problems and opportunities in teaching and teacher education.

Title

Analyze reform and policy

Learning Outcome

Drawing on this knowledge and understanding, candidates will be able to situate and critically analyze current reform proposals and policy statements in ways that help them better perform their role as responsible stewards in their schools and communities.