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EDU221: Introduction to Education
– 3 credits
Overview of the historical, political, economic, social, and philosophical factors that influence education and make it so complex. Opportunity for students to assess their interest and suitability for teaching. Prerequisites: None. Note: EDU221 requires a minimum of 30 hours of field experience in elementary or secondary classroom environment.
General Education Designations: SB
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
16562
Paradise Valley
M 203 - Classroom
Hybrid In-Person
01/26 –
05/15
Spring 2026
M
9:00AM – 11:15AM
- D. Doran
Open
16 of 24 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: EDU221 requires a 30-hour field experience in an approved K-12 classroom setting. These 30 hours will be completed throughout the semester as part of the course.
The State of Arizona requires an IVP fingerprint clearance card, per Arizona Revised Statutes, for all students completing field experience. Students must have an IVP clearance card on the first day of class. Fingerprint clearance cards may be obtained through the Arizona Department of Public Safety and are valid for six years. https://psp.azdps.gov/
Before applying for your Fingerprint clearance card, please review this video and select "electronic prints" and any IVP option to ensure speedy delivery of your card. https://www.loom.com/share/c3e6f2b2a00d4db8909c3eae7d7a3469
Please contact the Program Director, Meggin Kirk, at meggin.kirk@paradisevalley.edu with questions.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
29197
Glendale
CL 14
Hybrid In-Person
01/26 –
05/15
Spring 2026
M
5:45PM – 7:00PM
- J. Buttles
Open
22 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00
-
Notes
- Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Required ECBL
Class requires an Experiential and Community-Based Learning Activity (ECBL) including, but not limited to: Service-Learning, Internships, Volunteerism, and/or other high-impact/engaging ECBL activities.
Transportation Not Provided
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
- Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires a Fingerprint Clearance Card for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. Fingerprint clearance cards are available from the Arizona Department of Public Safety or through the Teacher Education Program in the LA building.
Prior to first day of class, student must obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed by a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment; employment verification is required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for enrollment requirements.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
29260
Glendale
CL 10
Hybrid In-Person
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
Tu
10:00AM – 11:15AM
- J. Scheider
Open
13 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00
-
Notes
- Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Required ECBL
Class requires an Experiential and Community-Based Learning Activity (ECBL) including, but not limited to: Service-Learning, Internships, Volunteerism, and/or other high-impact/engaging ECBL activities.
Transportation Not Provided
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
- Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires a Fingerprint Clearance Card for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. Fingerprint clearance cards are available from the Arizona Department of Public Safety or through the Teacher Education Program in the LA building.
Prior to first day of class, student must obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed by a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment; employment verification is required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for enrollment requirements.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13606
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 128
Hybrid In-Person
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
Tu
4:00PM – 5:15PM
- K. Smith
Open
21 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home
- Additional Notes: CGCC Note: Requires 30 hours of service learning (field experience) in a PreK - 12th grade classroom and IVP fingerprint clearance.
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Book Information
13978
Phoenix
F110
Hybrid In-Person
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
9:00AM – 9:50AM
- K. Valdivia
Open
3 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include EDU Course Fee: $5.00
-
Notes
- Notes: Hybrid class incorporating both online and classroom activities.
For class information, please contact the instructor at kathy.valdivia@phoenixcollege.edu
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
- Additional Notes: EDU221 requires a 30-hour field experience in an approved K-12 classroom setting.
The State of Arizona requires an IVP fingerprint clearance card, per Arizona Revised Statutes, for all students completing field experience. Students must have an IVP clearance card on the first day of class. Fingerprint clearance cards may be obtained through the Arizona Department of Public Safety. http://www.azdps.gov/Services/Fingerprint/
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Textbook info pending
13616
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 129
Hybrid In-Person
01/21 –
05/15
Spring 2026
W
10:00AM – 11:15AM
- J. Burris
Open
10 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
For Honors Option, see EDU221 13617
Students must enroll in either EDU221 13616 or EDU221 13617 (Honors) or EED200 13673 or EED200 13677 (Honors).
https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home
- Additional Notes: CGCC Note: Requires 30 hours of service learning (field experience) in a PreK - 12th grade classroom and IVP fingerprint clearance.
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Book Information
13617
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 129
Hybrid In-Person
01/21 –
05/15
Spring 2026
W
10:00AM – 11:15AM
- J. Burris
Open
10 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
Honors Option Section: Limited seats reserved for CGCC Honors Program Students only. Honors Advisor signature required.
This is the Honors option for EDU221 13616
Students must enroll in either EDU221 13616 or EDU221 13617 (Honors) or EED200 13673 or EED200 13677 (Honors).
https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home
- Additional Notes: CGCC Note: Requires 30 hours of service learning (field experience) in a PreK - 12th grade classroom and IVP fingerprint clearance.
-
Book Information
29177
Glendale
CL 10
Hybrid In-Person
01/21 –
05/15
Spring 2026
W
11:30AM – 12:45PM
- S. Woods
Open
16 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00
-
Notes
- Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Required ECBL
Class requires an Experiential and Community-Based Learning Activity (ECBL) including, but not limited to: Service-Learning, Internships, Volunteerism, and/or other high-impact/engaging ECBL activities.
Transportation Not Provided
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
- Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires a Fingerprint Clearance Card for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. Fingerprint clearance cards are available from the Arizona Department of Public Safety or through the Teacher Education Program in the LA building.
Prior to first day of class, student must obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed by a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment; employment verification is required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for enrollment requirements.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
29196
Glendale
Online Class
Online
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Scheider
Open
8 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00
-
Notes
- Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Required ECBL
Class requires an Experiential and Community-Based Learning Activity (ECBL) including, but not limited to: Service-Learning, Internships, Volunteerism, and/or other high-impact/engaging ECBL activities.
Transportation Not Provided
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
- Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires a Fingerprint Clearance Card for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. Fingerprint clearance cards are available from the Arizona Department of Public Safety or through the Teacher Education Program in the LA building.
Prior to first day of class, student must obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed by a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment; employment verification is required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for enrollment requirements.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16559
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Cunningham
Open
12 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
EDU221 requires a 30-hour field experience in an approved K-12 classroom setting. These 15-hours will be completed throughout the semester as part of the course.
The State of Arizona requires an IVP fingerprint clearance card, per Arizona Revised Statutes, for all students completing field experience. Students must have an IVP clearance card on the first day of class. Fingerprint clearance cards may be obtained through the Arizona Department of Public Safety and they are valid for 6 years. http://www.azdps.gov/Services/Fingerprint/
Prior to applying for your Fingerprint clearance card, please review this video and be sure to select "electronic prints" to ensure speedy delivery of your card. https://www.loom.com/share/c3e6f2b2a00d4db8909c3eae7d7a3469
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
31123
South Mountain
ONLINE
Online
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
18 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: This class is offered Online. Click the link to view a video on how the class will be
held: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE29UfWcGsQ What is an Online Class?
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Book Information
29123
Glendale
Online Class
Online
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- S. Woods
Open
8 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include EDU Course Fee: $2.00
-
Notes
- Notes: Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Required ECBL
Class requires an Experiential and Community-Based Learning Activity (ECBL) including, but not limited to: Service-Learning, Internships, Volunteerism, and/or other high-impact/engaging ECBL activities.
Transportation Not Provided
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
- Additional Notes: The State of Arizona requires a Fingerprint Clearance Card for all students engaged in a classroom field experience. Fingerprint clearance cards are available from the Arizona Department of Public Safety or through the Teacher Education Program in the LA building.
Prior to first day of class, student must obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance card or be currently employed by a K-12 school that requires a completed background check for employment; employment verification is required. Contact heather.merrill@gccaz.edu for enrollment requirements.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13973
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
01/17 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- K. Valdivia
Open
20 of 27 seats available
-
Costs include EDU Course Fee: $5.00
-
Notes
- Notes: Notes: For class information, please contact the instructor at kathy.valdivia@phoenixcollege.edu
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
- Additional Notes: EDU221 requires a 30-hour field experience in an approved K-12 classroom setting.
The State of Arizona requires an IVP fingerprint clearance card, per Arizona Revised Statutes, for all students completing field experience. Students must have an IVP clearance card on the first day of class. Fingerprint clearance cards may be obtained through the Arizona Department of Public Safety. http://www.azdps.gov/Services/Fingerprint/
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Textbook info pending
13568
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Burris
Open
8 of 28 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Students must enroll in either EDU221 13568 or EED200 13672
https://sites.google.com/cgc.edu/early-childhood-and-teacher-ed/home
- Additional Notes: CGCC Note: Requires 30 hours of service learning (field experience) in a PreK - 12th grade classroom and IVP fingerprint clearance.
-
Book Information
EDU221: Introduction to Education
– 3 credits
Overview of the historical, political, economic, social, and philosophical factors that influence education and make it so complex. Opportunity for students to assess their interest and suitability for teaching. Prerequisites: None. Note: EDU221 requires a minimum of 30 hours of field experience in elementary or secondary classroom environment.
General Education Designations: SB
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
11348
Estrella Mountain
Ocotillo LearnStudio 111
In Person
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
10:00AM – 11:15AM
- T. Panneton
Open
17 of 32 seats available
-
Costs include EDU Course Fee: $5.00
-
Notes
- Additional Notes: The field experience/internship in an elementary or secondary school setting for this course will require that the student MUST have an IVP fingerprint clearance card per Arizona Revised Statutes. Clearance cards may be obtained through the Arizona Department of Public Safety. For details https://psp.azdps.gov/services/fccFormTriage. There is a fee associated with this separate from tuition that will be the student's responsibility.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
19437
Rio Salado
Online Class
Hybrid In-Person
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
01/12 –
03/02
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
16 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Fourteen (14) Week Class
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
- Additional Notes: NOTE: In-person field experience required. Arizona students must provide a copy of current IVP fingerprint clearance card prior to placement in the in-person field experience. Requires minimum of 30 hours of field experience in elementary or secondary classroom environment.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
19442
Rio Salado
Online Class
Hybrid In-Person
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/09 –
03/16
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Fourteen (14) Week Class
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
- Additional Notes: NOTE: In-person field experience required. Arizona students must provide a copy of current IVP fingerprint clearance card prior to placement in the in-person field experience. Requires minimum of 30 hours of field experience in elementary or secondary classroom environment.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
11375
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- R. Revilla
Open
16 of 32 seats available
-
Costs include EDU Course Fee: $5.00
-
Notes
- Additional Notes: The field experience/internship in an elementary or secondary school setting for this course will require that the student MUST have an IVP fingerprint clearance card per Arizona Revised Statutes. Clearance cards may be obtained through the Arizona Department of Public Safety. For details https://psp.azdps.gov/services/fccFormTriage. There is a fee associated with this separate from tuition that will be the student's responsibility.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
24561
Mesa
Online Course
Online
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- T. Hauptli
Open
3 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
- Additional Notes: During this course students will conduct a minimum of 30 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an IVP fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to www.azdps.gov/services/fingerprint/#1 and click on Apply for a Card.
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Textbook info pending
EDU221: Introduction to Education – 3 credits
Overview of the historical, political, economic, social, and philosophical factors that influence education and make it so complex. Opportunity for students to assess their interest and suitability for teaching. Prerequisites: None. Note: EDU221 requires a minimum of 30 hours of field experience in elementary or secondary classroom environment.
General Education Designations: SB
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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16562
|
Paradise Valley
M 203 - Classroom |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/26 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
M
|
9:00AM – 11:15AM
|
|
Open
16 of 24 seats available |
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29197
|
Glendale
CL 14 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/26 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
M
|
5:45PM – 7:00PM
|
|
Open
22 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
29260
|
Glendale
CL 10 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu
|
10:00AM – 11:15AM
|
|
Open
13 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
13606
|
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 128 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu
|
4:00PM – 5:15PM
|
|
Open
21 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
13978
|
Phoenix
F110 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
9:00AM – 9:50AM
|
|
Open
3 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
13616
|
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 129 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/21 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
W
|
10:00AM – 11:15AM
|
|
Open
10 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
13617
|
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Ironwood Hall Rm 129 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/21 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
W
|
10:00AM – 11:15AM
|
|
Open
10 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
29177
|
Glendale
CL 10 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/21 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
W
|
11:30AM – 12:45PM
|
|
Open
16 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
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29196
|
Glendale
Online Class |
Online
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
8 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
16559
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
12 of 23 seats available |
|
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|
31123
|
South Mountain
ONLINE |
Online
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
18 of 25 seats available |
|
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29123
|
Glendale
Online Class |
Online
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
8 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
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13973
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
|
01/17 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
20 of 27 seats available |
|
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13568
|
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online |
Online
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
8 of 28 seats available |
|
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EDU221: Introduction to Education – 3 credits
Overview of the historical, political, economic, social, and philosophical factors that influence education and make it so complex. Opportunity for students to assess their interest and suitability for teaching. Prerequisites: None. Note: EDU221 requires a minimum of 30 hours of field experience in elementary or secondary classroom environment.
General Education Designations: SB
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
11348
|
Estrella Mountain
Ocotillo LearnStudio 111 |
In Person
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
10:00AM – 11:15AM
|
|
Open
17 of 32 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
19437
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Hybrid In-Person
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
01/12 –
03/02
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
16 of 25 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
19442
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Hybrid In-Person
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
03/09 –
03/16
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 seats available |
|
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|
11375
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
16 of 32 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
24561
|
Mesa
Online Course |
Online
|
01/20 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
3 of 25 seats available |
|
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