Race and Education Policy
ECON 206
Fall 2026
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01
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| Crosslisting:
EDST 206 |
This course will provide a broad introduction to contemporary education policy centered on issues of race/ethnicity. This course introduces the application of economic analysis to education policy. The course will analyze major education policy debates such as school desegregation, school finance, school resources, school choice, student tracking, accountability, educator policies (diversity, certification), special education, college entrance, and the current policy landscape. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ECON |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ECON110 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Economics Minor)(Economics)(Education Studies Minor)(Education Studies)(Human Rights Advocacy Minor) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 90% or above |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
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List of journal articles and Children of the Dream ( bought through Perusall)
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Examinations and Assignments:
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short response papers, midterm exam, final presentation and Report |
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| Instructor(s): Bueno,Carycruz Times: .M.W... 10:50AM-12:10PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 30 | | SR major: 5 | JR major: 5 | | |
| Seats Available: 30 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 5 | JR non-major: 5 | SO: 10 | FR: 0 |
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