EDUC 703 Syllabus
COURSE SYLLABUS
EDUC 703
THEORIES OF HISTORICAL AND SOCIAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Advanced study covering the historical and philosophical principles and theories that have
shaped education on a global basis.
RATIONALE
In order for professional educators to effectively plan for and implement effective instruction in
an educational setting, they must have a firm foundational understanding of what is known about
learning, teaching, and schools, as situated in philosophical thought (and the historical
foundations of these philosophical ideas). Attention is given to discerning biblical truth among
diverse worldviews. This course seeks to illuminate these ideas and their practical
understandings in the practice of education.
I.
PREREQUISITES
None
II.
REQUIRED RESOURCE PURCHASES
American Psychological Association. Publication manual of the American Psychological
Association (current edition). Washington, DC.: American Psychological
Association.
Gutek, G. L. (2011). Historical and philosophical foundations of education: A biographical
introduction (5th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. ISBN: 9780137152735.
Moreland, J. P. (2007). Kingdom triangle: Recover the Christian mind, renovate the soul,
restore the Spirit’s power. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. ISBN: 9780310274322.
www.LiveText.com membership: This is a website for portfolio development and the
submission of major course assignments. A one-time purchase is required for all
students in the Education program. ISBN: 9780979663567.
Disclaimer: The above resources provide information consistent with the latest research
regarding the subject area. Liberty University does not necessarily endorse specific
personal, religious, philosophical, or political positions found in these resources.
III.
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FOR LEARNING
A.
Computer with basic audio/video equipment
B.
Internet access (broadband recommended)
C.
Microsoft Word
(Microsoft Office is available at a special discount to Liberty University students.)
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IV.
MEASURABLE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate will be able to:
V.
A.
Demonstrate knowledge of the ideas and concepts that arise in the context of
education, from the earliest recorded educational thinkers (Confucius, Plato,
Aristotle) through the twenty-first century.
B.
Discuss the personal relevance of the various thinkers and theories.
C.
Articulate a personal philosophy of education statement consistent with the
learner’s perception of biblical truth.
D.
Construct a bibliography of relevant peer-reviewed literature on a particular
philosophical concept, issue, or theory of education.
E.
Develop a case study of known educational professionals, analyzing their
philosophical beliefs about education in the context of the known theories and
thinkers studied in the course.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSIGNMENTS
A.
Textbook readings, selected websites, lecture notes, presentations, and various
articles found through Liberty University’s online library resources
B.
Course Requirements Checklist
After reading the Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the
related checklist found in Module/Week 1.
C.
Discussion Board Forums (8)
The candidate will participate in weekly Discussion Board Forums. Most forums
will be completed in 2 parts: a thread answering the instructor’s prompt (200–300
words) and a reply post (100–200 words) in which the candidate will reply to at
least 2 other classmates’ threads. All writing is expected to comply with current
APA formatting, including in-text citations and references.
D.
Plagiarism Awareness Quiz
The candidate will review the Liberty University Academic Honesty Policy and
the APA Manual’s plagiarism policy to ensure understanding of plagiarism. The
candidate will acknowledge his/her understanding of plagiarism and the
consequences of plagiarism in the dissertation process via a Blackboard quiz.
E.
Bibliography Assignment
The candidate will develop an annotated bibliography of appropriate peer-reviewed
journal articles for an instructor-approved topic in the area of educational
foundations. The candidate will collect 15 sources that directly contribute to the
understanding of his/her particular topic. This assignment would be considered a
first step in a literature review.
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F.
Biblical Worldview Quiz
There will be a 6-question short answer quiz (2 questions per presentation) for the
candidate to take after he/she has reviewed the biblical worldview presentations in
Module/Week 3. The candidate will be given 40 minutes to complete the quiz.
G.
Foundations of Biblical Principles
The candidate will integrate 10 of the 44 principles from a Biblical Principles
Related to Education document into an analysis of his/her spiritual foundations and
the development of a plan to grow as an effective Christian educator. This
assignment is a 6–8-page paper (excluding title, abstract, and reference pages) and
must adhere to current APA requirements.
H.
Professional Interview Analysis
The candidate will interview other educators (teachers, administrators, or other
educational professionals working in K–12 or higher education environments), and
write a case study analyzing the interviewees’ beliefs on education in the context of
the theories and thinkers covered in this course. The Professional Interview
Analysis must be 6–8 pages in length (excluding title, abstract, reference pages, and
appendix).
I.
Philosophy of Education
The candidate will articulate a personal philosophy of education in a paper of 8–10
pages in length (excluding title, abstract, and reference pages), noting specifics of
belief in the area of worldview foundations. The philosophical foundations will
include metaphysical and epistemological beliefs. Applied beliefs will include the
role of the teachers, candidates, and curriculum in the classroom environment.
Relevant issues will include discipline, diversity, curriculum development,
professional development, and learning communities.
VI.
COURSE GRADING AND POLICIES
A.
Points
Course Requirements Checklist
Discussion Board Forums (8 at 30 pts ea)
Plagiarism Awareness Quiz
Bibliography Assignment
Biblical Worldview Quiz
Foundations of Biblical Principles
Professional Interview Analysis
Philosophy of Education
Total
B.
10
240
30
150
30
100
200
250
1010
Scale
A = 960–1010 A- = 940–959 B+ = 920–939 B = 890–919 B- = 870–889
C+ = 850–869 C = 820–849 C- = 800–819 D+ = 780–799 D = 750–779
D- = 730–749 F = 729 and below
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C.
Late Assignment Policy
If the student is unable to complete an assignment on time, then he or she must
contact the instructor immediately by email.
Assignments that are submitted after the due date without prior approval from the
instructor will receive the following deductions:
1.
Late assignments submitted within one week of the due date will
receive a 10% deduction.
2.
Assignments submitted more than one week late will receive a 20%
deduction.
3.
Assignments submitted two weeks late or after the final date of the
class will not be accepted.
4.
Late Discussion Board threads or replies will not be accepted.
Special circumstances (e.g. death in the family, personal health issues) will be
reviewed by the instructor on a case-by-case basis.
D.
Plagiarism
According to the plagiarism policy on academic integrity, plagiarism may result in
failing the course. Plagiarism can also result in dismissal from the program. Please
see the APA Manual for information about plagiarism (including self plagiarism)
and how it is defined. Additionally, academic misconduct includes not only
plagiarism, but academic dishonesty falsification. See The Liberty Way for specific
definitions, penalties, and processes of reporting.
E.
Disability Assistance
Candidates with a documented disability may contact Liberty University Online’s
Office of Disability Academic Support (ODAS) at LUOODAS@liberty.edu to
make arrangements for academic accommodations. Further information can be
found at www.liberty.edu/disabilitysupport.
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