EDTE 3181: History of Education
The relationships between schools and society are complex and contradictory. Students examine the changing relationships between schools and society, this course will provide insights into individuals and groups that have determined both what kinds of schools should exist and what should happen in them. This course considers Indigenous perspectives and ways of knowing and the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Lenses relevant to social justice issues including, cultural, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, religion and socioeconomic diversity will be explored.
Learning outcomes
- Examine the roles schools have played and continue to play in British Columbian society;
- Understand the evolution of decision-making bodies and processes in British Columbia’s educational history;
- Observe the (in)congruent relationship between educational policies and educational practice;
- Critically appreciate the increasing professionalization of teachers;
- Consider the historic roles of children in British Columbian society and acknowledge the diversity of childhood experiences;
- Recognize the relevance and application of education theory to the practice of teaching;
- Judge and contextualize primary education documents; and,
- Review current research on the history of education in British Columbia.
Course topics
Module 1 : Introduction to Educational Foundations
Module 2 : Why study history?
Module 3 : Introduction to Indigenous Issues
Module 4 : Gender/Sexuality
Module 5 : Culture/Ethnicity
Module 6 : Culture/Teacher Beliefs
Module 7 : Social Justice
Module 8 : Schooling in Different Times and Contexts
Module 9 : Transformative Teacher Development
Module 10 : 21st Century
Required text and materials
Students will receive the following:
- Barman, J, Gleason, M. (2003). Children, Teachers and Schools in the History of British
Columbia (2nd ed.). Brush Education.
ISBN: 978-1550592511
Assessments
To successfully complete this course, students must achieve a passing grade of 50% or higher on the overall course, and 50% or higher on the final mandatory project.
| Assignment 1: Online Discussions and Critical Responses | 20% |
| Assignment 2: Historical Novel Critique | 20% |
| Assignment 3: Weblinks Project | 10% |
| Assignment 4: Presentations | 20% |
| Final Project : Narrative Essay (mandatory) | 30% |
| Total | 100% |
Open Learning Faculty Member Information
An Open Learning Faculty Member is available to assist students. Students will receive the necessary contact information at the start of the course.
