William Howard Taft University
The Laws and Politics of Education 
EDU505)
(4 Units)
This core course provides an overview of the legal and political framework of education in the nation. Emphasis is on current issues and how they affect the learning environment.

By the conclusion of this course, students will be able to:
  • Understand the various sources of law;
  • Understand the legal issues that affect education in the US;
  • Understand the basic constitutional principles impacting education, particularly the first, fourth and fourteenth amendments;
  • Understand the leading education law cases and the significance of precedent;
  • Be familiar with the role of government in education, including the role of state and federal agencies;
  • Understand political issues relevant to education; and
  • Identify implications of current regulations of NCLB, IDEA.

Prerequisites: None.

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