ES 6310 - International and Comparative Education

This course explores international and global issues in education focusing on similarities and differences in the organization and practice of schooling among selected countries. The study of education across cultures provides a comparative framework for better understanding the unique character of American schooling and assessing its strengths and weaknesses. Global educational challenges and country-specific responses to them are discussed. The course acquaints students with major theories, methodologies, controversies, and research in comparative and international education.

Credits: 3 hours

Notes: Open to Graduate students only.