EDU-682 The Whole Child and Coordinated Systems (3)

Children bring a variety of educational, social, emotional, and physical needs into schools. In this course students develop a deep understanding of the social context of education and the whole child, identify strategies for addressing non-school factors that impact student outcomes, and examine how different stakeholders interact with the education sector as coordinated systems. They also explore the role of policies and laws in education reform and are prepared to address the needs of the whole child and create effective programs and strategies leveraging coordinated systems. Throughout the course, guest speakers present their perspectives to enrich understanding of the whole child and coordinated systems. Major course assignments include a supports and services presentation, a school review reflection paper, and a policy proposal presentation. Grading: A-F only.