EDD 8830 Philosophical Views in Education
The purpose of this course is the study of the Philosophy of Education. The emphasis of this course is to broaden each candidate's perspective and understanding of the philosophical foundations of education and their relevance to educational issues. The refinement of each candidate's philosophical orientation and the epistemological foundation of subject content that the candidate teaches will be examined and evaluated. As educators it is essential that self-assessment and examination of one's teaching become the dominant basis for positive change. The understanding of philosophical foundations will enable each candidate to more fully understand his or her teaching style and how to adjust one's modus operandi to become increasingly more effective.