EDU 2220 - Introduction to International Education

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course is designed as a general introduction to the field of international education, broadly defined. In addition to exploring educational structures, philosophies and curricula of selected countries outside of USA, students will examine educational issues, challenges, and outcomes from a global perspective. Prominent issues related to education, including history, cultural traditions, politics, globalization, poverty, gender issues, and the legacy of colonization will be examined and discussed. Students will also explore and compare US education with the educational systems and contests of other countries.