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7/11/05

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SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY

SELECTED QUESTIONS & ISSUES IN EDUCATION

Dr. J.D. Clarkson

Phone: 604-461-9592

Office: 8637 edb

email: jclarksosfu.ca

Monday/Wednesday 14:30-16:20

AQ 5020

Web Site: http://222.sfu.caJ-jc1arkso/

PREREQUISITE:

None.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This is an introductory course intended for beginning students with an interest in education. The course will

introduce students to a representative sample of significant questions and issues concerning education in British

Columbia. Students will explore questions and issues concerning the nature of education, differential access to

education, and the effects of media and peers on moral education. They will examine conflicting philosophies of

education, the value of present curricula, and the role of schools in educating children with special needs. Students

will also consider the roles of unions and professional organizations in schools and the effects of competition,

choice, and financing on the quality of educational experiences. Students will also examine the nature and demands

of accountability and efforts to change public schools.

ASSIGNMENTS

1.

Three Discussion Papers..................................60%

2.

In-Class assignments........................................40%

REQUIRED READINGS

Ungerleider, Charles, (2003). Failing our kids: How we are ruining our public schools. Toronto, ONT: McClelland

and Stewart Ltd.

ISBN 0-7710-8682-2.

Additional readings in PDF format and available on the course website will be assigned during the term.

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