EPS512 Cultural Influences in the Workplace

Candidates learn how to build and sustain classroom communities that foster rapport, learning, and motivation for all learners. By applying principles of culturally responsive pedagogy and motivation, candidates will examine how school and classroom environments support and/or inhibit learning, motivation, and a sense of membership. Candidates will also identify, evaluate, and implement classroom and school-community based practices as they design a comprehensive plan to develop a culturally responsive classroom environment. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor, Graduate level status in National College of Education and admittance into Masters of Urban Teaching program. 2 semester hours