CHAD 132 - Education from a Global Perspective

3 unit(s)
Explores the meaning of education as a concept, or philosophy, both within the US and around the globe. Concepts of education, such as education as empowerment or education as meeting national goals, are examined. Explores how educational traditions outside the US have influenced American education systems (with respect to culture and societal norms), how cultures develop distinctive education systems and how those education systems interact with education systems in other cultures. Provides a foundation for understanding K-8 visual and performing arts standards as well as standards for K-8 history and social studies.

Satisfies SJSU Studies V: Culture, Civil & Global Understanding

Prerequisite(s): Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A / LLD 100A with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
Grading: Letter Graded

Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.

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