Family, School and Community Interaction in Childhood Contexts: Grades 1 to 6

Study of a theoretical framework for developing skills among teachers to support parental involvement in the education of children at home and in varied childhood settings. Emphasis on culturally and economically diverse communities and relationships to community organizations. Ten hours of required fieldwork in childhood settings and community organizations serving diverse populations, action research, the appropriate use of media and technology, and the development of an academic portfolio. No student can receive credit for both EDE 735 and EDC 735.