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EDS 8860 School Law and Ethics

This course explores legal and ethical issues that arise in schools. It provides educators with the knowledge necessary to understand and prevent legal problems in professional practice and helps candidates reflect on questions of educational policy and ethics. Candidates should gain an understanding of legal principles and interpretations of constitutional and statutory laws. Additionally they work to model effective collaboration, leadership, and professionalism in decision-making. There is a focus on the school-based decision-making process at the local school level.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate will be able to:

  1. Apply the knowledge of law and an understanding of ethical principles in decision making while considering the impact of those decisions on the school community.
  2. Apply the mandates of Constitutional law, statutory law, case law and other legal requirements regarding student rights and responsibilities.
  3. Apply the mandates of Constitutional law, statutory law, case law and other legal requirements regarding teacher rights and responsibilities.
  4. Demonstrate an understanding of and a willingness to follow the legal guidelines regarding religious expression in public schools.
  5. Apply constitutionally guaranteed Due Process and Equal Protection rights in all circumstances involving members of the school community
  6. Understand and equitably apply legal mandates regulating special education issues.
  7. Apply knowledge of law and an understanding of ethical principles in leadership roles beyond the classroom including professional development, mentor support, student support, and collaboration with the school community.
  8. Establish and monitor affirmative policies and procedures for protection and prevention of injury to members of the Community.
  9. Understand and apply the mandates of employment law in the public education sector.
  10. Establish a cooperative school culture that encourages high levels of cooperation among all members of the community.
  11. Demonstrate an ability to apply relevant research to anticipate and address future issues of law according to established legal principles.