EPD668 Advanced Studies in Social Issues Relevant to Education: Interpersonal Relationships in Culturally Diverse Educational Environments

The social fabric of today's schools is woven with many cultures and languages. This complex fabric requires educators and students to understand individuals from cultures outside their own. To develop such understanding, students first explore and critique the vast literature on ethnic and cultural issues in conflict creation and its resolution and peace education. Students also examine theories, research, and practice related to identity development, perception of "the other," and prejudicial attitudes and behavior. Lastly, students explore the interrelations among theories, research and practice in building positive social relations and manage or resolving conflicts in diverse educational cultural settings. Prerequisite(s): Doctoral standing or permission of instructor 3 semester hours