MED 7704 Education for Equity and Social Justice

This course explores issues, problems, and opportunities related to education in a diverse, democratic, pluralistic society. The course promotes anti-discriminatory pedagogy and the value of diverse learning communities, and is designed to help educators develop teaching strategies and learning environments that are equitable and just for all students. The course explores strategies for removing barriers to student achievement and promotes equal educational access and opportunity regardless of family income, skin color, religion, gender, social group, ethnicity, sexual orientation/preference, age, cultural identity, language, or ability.