Elective Course

For those interested in learning in school settings, an understanding of educational psychology, including theories of how students learn and what motivates students to learn, is fundamental. This course offers a broad introduction to psychological theory...

Public education has long strived to be society’s “great equalizer.” Yet, throughout its history, the American education system has failed to deliver on this promise. In this course, we will examine specific high-profile and popular system-level reform...

SBS 222 demonstrates the crucial role of federal and state governments to advance the health and well-being of children and families in the United States. The course begins with a historical overview of how political forces driven by power and privilege...

This course examines behaviors that place an individual at higher risk of injuries and mortality, including substance use, violence and antisocial behavior, suicide and risky sexual behaviors. With a focus on adolescent risk behavior, the course covers...

This course aims to provide an overview of major topics related to adolescent health for future public health practitioners, including health care providers, mental health workers, educators, and others. It is meant to be a broad introduction to...

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In this seminar associated with the Education Law Clinic: Individual Representation students learn the theory and skills of case advocacy and its role in larger systemic change remedies. Students will learn to provide effective direct representation to...

In this seminar students will learn the theory and practice the skills that will enable them to become effective movement lawyers for secondary school students. A key feature of the course and clinic will be working directly with secondary school students...

Analytical Paper Optional: All enrolled students have the option of completing a research paper of at least 20-25 pages, with faculty and peer review of a substantially complete draft. This paper can be used to satisfy the analytical paper requirement for...

Analytical Paper Required: All enrolled students complete a research paper of at least 20-25 pages, with faculty and peer review of a substantially complete draft. This paper can be used to satisfy the analytical paper requirement for J.D. students...