Course Description
Common issues and problems in the education of young adolescents and the current predicaments of adolescent education.
Athena Title
Comp and Intl Perspectives
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in EDMG 9120E
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Examine methodologies frequently used in comparative or international studies. Analyze educational situation of young adolescents on a worldwide basis. Review case studies of middle grades schooling. Discuss the role of education of young adolescents within national systems. Investigate current issues and debates in comparative/international education.
Topical Outline
Issues in young adolescent education International research in middle grades education Organizing national, state, and local systems for the education of young adolescents