SE 130: Socioeconomic Status
Description:
This class is an introductory class for understanding the effects of one socioeconomic status. It’s difficult for a student to grow up in an environment which is from a lower level than someone who is in a higher level. A lot of the effects of status is shown in exams such as the SHSAT or the SAT. Students will explore how segregation is displayed because of the socioeconomic status of a family in New York City. It’s important to know that schools need to change how they function to create a better environment for all.
Readings:
- Jones, David: New York’s Segregated School System Is an Embarrassment.
- Martens, C: The Effect of Neighborhood Socioeconomic Status on Education and Health Outcomes for Children Living in Social Housing.
- Watch videos on YouTube related to the news articles.
This course is essential because as a resident of New York one needs to understand the segregation that exists in the school system.
