CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN EDUCATIONAL

The constant changes in society such as easy retrieval of knowledge and changes in the characteristics of the learner call for a dynamic teacher able to respond creatively to them. This course offers opportunity for students to critically analyze key aspects that influence education practices and how to cope. The course explores major paradigms which shape education and influence implementation of educational policies and practices such as relations between schools and the community, teaching styles used in schools and ethical perspectives. It further explores contemporary issues influencing education. This course will enable students to appreciate the significance of different perspectives that shape the nature of education policy and practice.