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Course Description

The relationships between schools and society are complex and contradictory. Students examine the changing relationships between schools and society, this course will provide insights into individuals and groups that have determined both what kinds of schools should exist and what should happen in them. This course considers Indigenous perspectives and ways of knowing and the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Lenses relevant to social justice issues including, cultural, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, religion and socioeconomic diversity will be explored.

Learning outcomes

  • Examine the roles schools have played and continue to play in British Columbian society;
  • Understand the evolution of decision-making bodies and processes in British Columbia’s educational history;
  • Observe the (in)congruent relationship between educational policies and educational practice;
  • Critically appreciate the increasing professionalization of teachers;
  • Consider the historic roles of children in British Columbian society and acknowledge the diversity of childhood experiences;
  • Recognize the relevance and application of education theory to the practice of teaching;
  • Judge and contextualize primary education documents; and,
  • Review current research on the history of education in British Columbia.

Course topics

  • Module 1 : Introduction to Educational Foundations
  • Module 2 : Why study history?
  • Module 3 : Introduction to Indigenous Issues
  • Module 4 : Gender/Sexuality
  • Module 5 : Culture/Ethnicity
  • Module 6 : Culture/Teacher Beliefs
  • Module 7 : Social Justice
  • Module 8 : Schooling in Different Times and Contexts
  • Module 9 : Transformative Teacher Development
  • Module 10 : 21st Century

Required text and materials

Students are responsible for purchasing the required materials on their own:

  • Barman, J, Gleason, M. (2003). Children, Teachers and Schools in the History of British Columbia (2nd ed.). Brush Education. 
    Type: E-Textbook. ISBN: 9781550592511 / 9781550599749

Note: This item can be purchased directly from Campus eBookstore via Wolfie's Campus Bookstore.

Assessments

To successfully complete this course, students must achieve a passing grade of 50% or higher on the overall course, and 50% or higher on the mandatory final project.

Assignment 1: Online Discussions and Critical Responses 20%
Assignment 2: Historical Novel Critique 20%
Assignment 3: Weblinks Project 10%
Assignment 4: Presentations 20%
Mandatory Final Project : Narrative Essay 30%
Total 100%

Recommended requisite(s)

  • ENGL 0600

Exclusions

  • EDTE 3180
  • EDEF 3100
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Section Title
History of Education
Duration
16 weeks
Dates
Sep 09, 2026 to Dec 29, 2026
Delivery
Online, paced  
Course Fee(s)
Canadian in BC/YT non-credit $853.78 Click here to get more information
Canadian outside BC/YT non-credit $965.02 Click here to get more information
International Student non-credit $1,708.78 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 credits

Section Notes

Note: Online paced delivery method requires approval due to class size as the minimum number of students registered must be met in order for the course to run. We will contact you via email with more details upon registration.

Open Learning faculty member information

An Open Learning faculty member is available to assist students. Students will receive the necessary contact information at the start of the course.

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