EDU 450 - Teaching Areas of High Need

Semester Hours: 2

This course addresses the ethnic identity, cultural, and economic needs of school districts trying to narrow the achievement gap. The students will analyze the historical, political, and socioeconomic factors that high-need school districts confront, identify effective instructional and organizational practices, examine school and home connections, and discover disparities in available resources for urban and rural schools. Students will participate in an in-depth practicum in a high-need Local Education Agency under the mentorship of qualified educators. Personal transportation is required. PDE Stage 2 - Exploration: 20-40 hours. Fall-only course.

Prerequisite: Current PDE Clearances: PA Criminal History, Child Abuse History, FBI Criminal History, and PPD Testing for education majors & minors.
When Offered: Fall Only