FYS 1111 - Learning in Diverse Society

Credits: 4
This course surveys education in the U. S., including an introduction to the roles of various personnel in the school environment. The personal, social, and moral development of school age students is identified and explored with an emphasis on the students own experiences as consumers of education. Topics include: self-concept, motivation, ethics, communication skills, at-risk and special populations, and standardized tests as they relate to todays diverse learning environments. This course allows students to explore careers in education.
(Equivalent to ED-1111, EDU-1111)
McDaniel Plan: First-Year Seminar Equivalent to ED-1111, EDU-1111.