Comparative Education – EDUC 603
CG • Section 8WK • 11/08/2019 to 04/16/2020 • Modified 02/01/2024
Course Description
A study of selected national systems of education in their differing cultural settings, with particular reference to administration, curriculum development and educational opportunity.
For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog.
Rationale
The course clearly supports the mission and purpose of Liberty University as well as the School of Education by providing insight into the varied forms of education globally, nationally, and locally. The School of Education currently has students throughout the world who are committed to impacting culture through education. Additionally, students in the United States must now compete in a global economy, and educators do well to understand more of the world’s educational systems.
Course Assignment
Textbook readings and lecture presentations
Course Requirements Checklist
After reading the Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.
Discussions (7)
The candidate is required to post a thread in response to the provided topic. Each thread must be 300–350 words, and the assertions in the thread must be supported with the texts and 1 current (past 5 years) research journal article related to the topic. The candidate must also reply to at least two other classmates' threads. Each reply must be 120–150 words. (CLO: A, B, C, D, E, F, G)
Preliminary Reflective Essay
The candidate will write a 3–5-page preliminary reflective essay following current APA format. For this essay, it is appropriate to use first person. This reflection consists of 2 components. First, the candidate will discuss and compare some educational systems he/she has been involved with and/or observed. Second, the candidate will summarize several key areas of knowledge and understanding he/she intends to develop in the course. (CLO: C, E, G)
PowerPoint Presentations (2)
The candidate will submit two PowerPoint Presentations focusing on an approved list of topics. The presentation must be between 10–12 slides in current APA format and include presentation notes. Each presentation slide note must be 250–400 words. (CLO: A, B, D, E, F)
Research Paper: Preliminary Report
The candidate will submit a preliminary overview of a proposed research paper. This 2–3-page report can be in narrative form or detailed outline form. The report must include at least 8 current (past 5 years) scholarly references in current APA format and must include topics and issues that will be covered. (CLO: B, C, D, E, F)
Research Paper
The candidate will write a 12–15-page research-oriented paper in current APA format that focuses on education in the nation of his/her choice. The paper must include at least 12 current (past 5 years), scholarly references in addition to the course textbooks and the Bible. (CLO: B, C, D, E, F)
Summative Reflective Essay
The candidate will write a 3–5-page reflective essay following current APA format. For this essay, it is appropriate to use first person. This reflection consists of 2 components. First, the candidate will evaluate specific areas in which he/she developed key areas of knowledge and understanding. Second, the candidate will identify at least two applications for this in his/her personal and professional life. (CLO: A, B, D, E, F, G)
