EDUC 546 - Perspectives on Families, Community, and Political Involvement in Public Schools 3 hours

The study of relationships between the schools and professional educators, and the people and agencies outside the schools which influence and affect them. Formal and informal relationships are identified, and positive and negative effects discussed. Strategies for fostering and improving cooperative involvement and support are developed and a practical application is required. Prerequisite: Graduate standing; full MAT or M.Ed. status.