EDU 275 - School Law: Contemporary Legal and Political Issues in the Urban Classroom

(3 credits)

45 lecture hours
Prerequisites: None
This course will provide an in-depth examination of contemporary legal, political and ethical issues affecting teachers, administrators, and students in urban schools. Today’s schools function in a complex legal environment and a wide range of legal, political, and ethical issues influence the lives of teachers, students, parents, and administrators. This course will exam new legislation, regulations, and school board practices including highlighting major cases and legislation of general interest to teachers and administrators rather than focus on legal details.