FYS EDU04 - Culture Wars: Democracy in Education

4 Hour(s) Credit
Why are schools the site for culture wars? What are the most contentious current issues? How can we create better educational environments? Who should have control over schools? Examine the many ways American schools are used as mechanisms to advance particular social and political agendas. Learn strategies for analyzing and discussing contentious issues, and practice applying those strategies through a public event.
Four hours per week
Meets General Education: First Year Seminar (FYS)
May Not Receive Credit for Both if a second FYS is taken. Taking a second FYS will replace the original FYS grade, regardless of topic.