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Exploring Democracy in the Classroom: Discussion and Review Agenda

This agenda outlines the key activities and discussions for our upcoming sessions, focusing on the importance of a democratic classroom as presented in Elizabeth Minster's article "Democracy in my Classroom." Students are encouraged to come prepared for in-depth discussions about democratic practices in education, comparing their beliefs with those of Ms. Minster. Upcoming deadlines include a threaded discussion due October 5 and a test covering Chapters 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6. Additionally, readings on teaching dispositions and a journal reflection on classroom diversity are scheduled.

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Exploring Democracy in the Classroom: Discussion and Review Agenda

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  1. EDFS 201 September 30, 2004

  2. AGENDA • CURRENT ISSUES • CHAPTER THREE—DISCUSSION • REVIEW FOR TEST—download review questions from my website: www.cofc.edu/~ndundam/fall2004 • (PLEASE COME PREPARED FOR DISCUSSION—THOROUGH) • Threaded discussion #2 will be done in groups. I will email you the group membership. • Read the article below: • “Democracy in my classroom” by Elizabeth Minster. Available at http://tcla.gseis.ucla.edu/democracy/teachers/lausd.html • Discuss the issue of a democratic classroom. What does that mean? • What does Ms. Minster do to create a democratic classroom? • What is the importance of a democratic classroom? • How do your beliefs about teaching differ from Ms. Minster’s. Why or why not. • Other issue?

  3. 10/5 • Threaded Discussion #2 Due on October 5—Reading, reflecting on article “democracy” in my classroom. • 10/5 Test #1 Chapters 1, 2, 3, 5 & 6 and assigned readings (will be away at the ESOL-OELA conference) • 10/7-12What dispositions do I need to have to teach? Reading: chapter 7. Educational Theory in American Schools: Philosophy in Action • Video—educating Peter • Journal # 2. Choose one of the case studies and comment on it? Why is classroom diversity important? What are your experiences of diversity10/12 • Threaded Discussion #3—Due on October 12. See Guidelines for threaded discussions.

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