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EDUC 382-4

(E100)

Phong Kuoch

email: pkuoch@sfu.ca

Thursday 4:30-8:20 pm

Surrey Campus room 3200

Prerequisite:

60 hours of credit. Students who have received credit for EDUC 441, EDUC 382-4 Special Topics

from fall 2003-3 on, cannot take EDUC 382 for further credit.

Course Description:

What does it mean to be normal? What does it mean to be different? It can be argued that schooling is a

social process whereby students are groomed to conform to the dominant cultural beliefs and practices

of the greater society. However, as the student demographic in Canadian schools increasingly shifts

away from the traditionally homogenous grouping of the past, particularly in urban areas that are

economically disadvantaged and culturally heterogeneous, how do educators conceptualize, approach

and create curricula, classroom experiences and learning environments that acknowledge and honour the

diverse backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and needs of students outside the dominant cultural

group? This course will explore and examine pedagogical possibilities for creating classroom spaces

that are more diverse, equitable and inclusive for all students, particularly those who have been

traditionally marginalized by the mainstream Canadian education system.

Education 382 is designed for practicing educators, pre-service teachers and students interested in

exploring and discussing issues on social diversity and schooling in Canada. We will explore both

historical and contemporary theories, policies and practices focused on socio-cultural, political, ethnic,

racial, linguistic, economic, sexual and gender differences as they impact education in Canada. A more

detailed course outline will be provided on the first day of class.

Assignments and Assessments:

Participation - 10%

Presentation - 20%

Personal Critical Response (1000 words) - 30%

Final Research Paper (2500 words) or Original Unit Plan - 40%

Note: There is NO final exam for this course.

Required Readings:

Aiigie Fleras and Jean Leonard Elliott. (2007). Unequal Relations: An Introduction to

Race and Ethnic Dynamics in Canada. 5th Ed. Toronto: Prentice Hall.

ISBN: 013096865x

Additional article readings will be provided by the instructor at cost.

Students in all Faculty of Education courses are encouraged to review policies pertaining to academic

integrity available on the Undergraduate Programs website:

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