This minor introduces students to the use of sociological and anthropological research in the study of education. It encompasses the intellectual foundations of these social sciences, the educational theories and findings of scholars in these disciplines, and the research methodologies of these disciplines that are relevant to educational research.

The twelve (12) credit hours of course work required for this minor cannot duplicate those taken in the major field. Courses may not be counted toward core and elective credit requirements.

Minor Requirements

Required Course (6 cr.)
Select two courses from the following:

• H510 Foundations of Educational Inquiry (3 cr.)
• H525 Anthropology of Education (3 cr.)
• H540 Sociology of Education (3 cr.)

Additional Required Course (6 cr.)
Select two courses from the following:

• A631 Microeconomic Applications of Education (3 cr.)
• H510 Foundations of Educational Inquiry (3 cr.)
• H525 Anthropology of Education (3 cr.)
• H540 Sociology of Education (3 cr.)
• H551 Comparative Education I (3 cr.)
• H552 Comparative Education II (3 cr.)
• H560 Education and Change in Societies (3 cr.)
• H620 Seminar in Educational Policy Studies (3 cr.)
• H637 Topical Seminar (3 cr.)
• Y611 Qualitative Inquiry in Education (3 cr.)

The doctoral minor in Social Foundations of Education does not require a minor qualifying exam.