The goals of EDTHP 115 are (1) to enable students to develop a multifaceted understanding of the social, historical, political, and philosophical contexts in which American teachers work, students are educated, and education policies are made, and (2) to enable students to gain a better understanding of contemporary educational issues that they might encounter. This understanding will provide the foundation for working within the American education system, especially its public schools.  

Effective Speech (CAS 100A) explores how people use techniques of oral communication to address practical, professional and civic problems. It is designed to introduce students to principles of effective public speaking, implemented through the design and presentation of individual speeches. CAS 100A fulfills 3 credits of the writing and speaking requirement for general education.