600
This course focuses on principles, methods, and strategies used in planning and conducting educational research. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Develops skills necessary to organize a volunteer program or agency. Content includes recruitment, training, supervision, evaluation of volunteers and the development of community partnership programs. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Grantsmanship skills for public and private funding. Students will explore funding sources, concept development, evaluation plans, budget preparation, proposal submission, and reviewer practices. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A course designed to introduce learners to the principles, methods, and strategies using educational research in planning and leading school improvement. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
The course will examine the theory and research of training and development. Students will conduct and evaluate training and development programs. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
The development of knowledge, philosophy, skills and practical applications regarding technology for administrators. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still needto use university resources to complete their degree requirements.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Examination of critical issues, trends, and practices relative to cultural diversity that influences the organization and administration of school and other human service organizations. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A study of the theories of language and literacy and their relationship to the practices of adult education. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Analyze problems and issues in administration of learning programs for students located in nontraditional settings including prisons, malls, churches, factories, and other workplace situations. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Application of leadership and systems theories to the administration of charter schools. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Corequisites
None.
Investigation and in-depth study of new knowledge or current problem areas. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Study of educational systems in an international context. This will be a faculty-led trip and travel destinations will vary. This course may be repeated up to 12 credits if course content is different. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3-12(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
The law as it relates to education. This course is designed for students preparing for leadership positions in K-12 schools. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Corequisites
None.
An introduction to teacher leadership providing teacher leaders the essential tools to be knowledgeable, reflective, ethical and transformational leaders. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Philosophy and principles underlying the organization and operation of education in the United States. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Corequisites
None.
Public relations responsibilities of school board and staff members. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Corequisites
None.
An exploration of school business and resource administration, personnel, and facilities management concepts, with emphasis on current factors affecting site-based administration. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership
Corequisites
None.
The study of effective administration of school personnel issues. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Identification of community needs, and organization and management of new and ongoing programs. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Current and historical examination of the standards, principles, and practices of rural school leadership. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Current standards, principles, and practices relative to school leadership and the Principalship. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Corequisites
None.
Study of the organization and administration of special education programs. This course may be offered in an online format. Identical to
SPE 640. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
SPE 640
This course will examine education reform initiatives and their relationship to emerging issues facing current and future educational leaders within the K-12 school system. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Corequisites
None.
Independent study. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: permission of advisor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of advisor.
Corequisites
None.
Independent study. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: permission of advisor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of advisor.
Corequisites
None.
Independent study. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: Permission of advisor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of advisor.
Corequisites
None.
Provide instructional leadership through data-informed study, analysis, and application of administrative principles to the development, implementation, and evaluation of the school curriculum. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Corequisites
None.
Capstone seminar to synthesize master’s coursework in educational leadership at the PK-12 school level. Students will synthesize theory and apply practice through a professional portfolio. This course may be offered in an online format. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Corequisites
None.
Independent readings on a specific topic in educational leadership. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisite: Permission of advisor and instructor.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
Prerequisites
Permission of advisor and instructor.
Corequisites
None.
A planned learning experience gained through first-hand observations and operational responsibilities under the direct supervision of a practicing educational leader. This course may be offered in an online format. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and approval of internship application.
Credits
1-15(Spec)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and approval of internship application.
Corequisites
None.