EDLD 688 - Political Social Context in Education

Units: 3
Explore role of educational leaders in influencing political, social, economic, legal and cultural context to improve education policies and practices. Examines issues of ethics, integrity, justice and equity. Identify multiple stakeholders and strategies that support equitable student outcomes.

Prerequisites: Department consent.
Possible Instructional Methods: Hybrid.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Reflective Practice Leaders act upon a personal code of ethics that requires continuous reflection and learning (5A).
Ethical Decision-Making Leaders guide and support personal and collective actions that use relevant evidence and available research to make fair and ethical decisions (5B).
Ethical Action Leaders recognize and use their professional influence with staff and the community to develop a climate of trust, mutual respect, and honest communication necessary to consistently make fair and equitable decisions on behalf of all students (5C).
. Understanding and Communicating Policy Leaders actively structure and participate in opportunities that develop greater public understanding of the education policy environment (6A)
. Professional Influence Leaders use their understanding of social, cultural, economic, legal and political contexts to shape policies that lead to all students to graduate ready for college and career (6B).
Policy Engagement Leaders engage with policymakers and stakeholders to collaborate on education policies focused on improving education for all students (6C).