ES 6730 - Class, Ethnicity, and Gender in Education

This course centers on the significance of social class, race, gender, and ethnicity in educational practice and outcomes. Social identity and cultural diversity are explored in relation to classroom communication patterns, teacher expectations, and student achievement. Patterns of biases and discrimination will be examined, as well as current issues, challenges, and opportunities of education with respect to student diversity.

Note: Open to graduate students only.

Credits: 3 hours