EDUC 280 - American Higher Education

This course introduces students to the primary debates over the principles and effectiveness of colleges and universities in the United States. The course focuses on student experiences in terms of purpose, access, equity, and achievement. Major topics include admissions, financial aid, classroom learning, and extracurricular life. The course will draw upon current scholarship, student experiences, and the expertise of Wheaton College administrators. In the process, students will become familiar with a variety of career paths in the field of higher education.

Credits 1



Area
Social Sciences

Division
Social Sciences

Compass Attributes
Social Science, Structure/Power/Inequality, Taylor and Lane Scholars