Read, Empower, Act, Discover Part I/Community Connections - We Want to Do More Than Survive: Abolitionist Teaching and the Pursuit of Educational Freedom - EDU-X776MA

Course Description

Engage Individually with Literature to Make a Positive Change in the Classroom

Launch a critical dialogue using We Want to Do More Than Survive: Abolitionist Teaching and the Pursuit of Educational Freedom. Engage individually with the subject matter in this book to make a positive change in the classroom. Read and analyze this book to equip yourself with a new point of view within the field of education.

This course allows you to engage individually with literature to make a positive change in the classroom. It is one of many in the University of San Diego’s R.E.A.D. Series that allows you to complete your reading and assignments at your own pace and when it is convenient for you! After completing a R.E.A.D. Part I course, you have the option to journey further into the subject matter by electing to then enroll in the corresponding R.E.A.D. Part II Series course for an additional two-units.

Learner Outcomes

• Reflect on how literature informs the field of education
• Summarize literature related to teaching and learning
• Analyze the theoretical framework, themes, content, and organization of literature related to teaching and learning
• Critique the perspective and relevance of literature related to 21st Century teaching and learning
• Contextualize the subject matter of the book in today's classroom and educational environment

Course Details

Number of Units: 1.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for teachers (K-12) and community college level instructors.

Course Materials: We Want to Do More Than Survive: Abolitionist Teaching and the Pursuit of Educational Freedom by Bettina Love available at Amazon.com or your local bookstore

Testimonials

"Great choice of text." -- Andrew Jones, Educator, Natomas School District, California

Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series

• Read, Empower, Act, Discover (R.E.A.D.) Part I Series : Community Connections
• Teaching for Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity in the Classroom Series : Courses - Enroll in One or More