The Cultural Context of Thinking and Learning

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Overview

Subject area

EDD

Catalog Number

623

Course Title

The Cultural Context of Thinking and Learning

Department(s)

Description

The wide range of cultural traditions represented in New York City's schools necessitates understanding that goes beyond sympathetic tolerance. This course will address perceived differences that adversely affect students and differences that are important for understanding their learning and development. Areas of focus will include: differences in cultural emphasis and cultural practices, consideration of schooling and literacy as catalysts for particular kinds of cognitive change; and the effects of a changing media landscape upon child development.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Academic Progress Units

4

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

4

Requisites

022338

Course Schedule