DSEP 7430 - Working with Families and Communities

Designed for veteran and novice teachers and administrators to add to their present understanding of the function of families and communities in contemporary society. Participants examine key theoretical texts of important scholars in the field of human development, with an emphasis on topics such as the politics of everyday life, the salience of linguistic & cultural identity in the life of families/communities, and the political-economic and social factors that shape the “life course” of families/communities. Prereq: Doctoral Student Status. Semester Hours: 3 to 3