EDL - Educational Leadership
Identification and study of emerging problems of educational leadership. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
An introduction to educational research methods, focusing on quantitative and qualitative approaches, research design, data collection, analysis, and ethical considerations in educational settings. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
A course designed to introduce learners to the principles, methods, and strategies using educational research in planning and leading school improvement. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Credits
3(3-0)
The development of knowledge, philosophy, skills and practical applications regarding technology for administrators. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Credits
3(3-0)
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.
Credits
3(3-0)
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.
Foundations of charter school leadership, focusing on the history of charter law and policy, charter school governance, and the unique role of charter school leaders.
Credits
3(3-0)
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.
Credits
3-12(Spec)
Examines key legal and policy issues in K-12 education, including federal and state laws, landmark court cases, and their implications for school administration and operations. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, or the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.).
Credits
3(3-0)
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. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Credits
3(3-0)
Public relations responsibilities of school board and staff members. Prerequisites: Admission to a graduate program in educational leadership or MA in Education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a graduate program in educational leadership or MA in Education.
Corequisites
None.
An exploration of school business and resource administration, personnel, and facilities management concepts, with emphasis on current factors affecting site-based administration. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Credits
3(3-0)
The study of effective administration of school personnel issues.
Credits
3(3-0)
Current and historical examination of the standards, principles, and practices of school and district leadership in rural communities.
Credits
3(3-0)
Current standards, principles, and practices relative to school leadership and the Principalship. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Credits
3(3-0)
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. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Credits
3(3-0)
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. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Educational Leadership (Ed.D.).
Credits
1-15(Spec)
Students will critically examine educational research and propose quantitative and qualitative research design. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to a doctoral program in educational leadership; EDL 890 or EDL 899.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a doctoral program in educational leadership; EDL 890 or
EDL 899.
Corequisites
None.
The practical application of action research inquiry is examined to promote empirical decision-making in a variety of educational settings. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Credits
3(3-0)
Analyze, design, and implement strategic plans to enhance school effectiveness, student achievement, and organizational growth in dynamic educational environments.
Credits
3(3-0)
Study of the school district leadership with special emphasis on the role of the superintendent and district-level administrators. Prerequisites: Admission to the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.) or Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.) degree program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Investigation and in-depth study of emerging knowledge or current problem areas in the field of education. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
An introduction to program evaluation theory, design, development, and implementation is provided. Content will cover strategies to plan program evaluation and program review. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Credits
3(3-0)
Study of social justice in education in an international context. Travel destinations will vary. This course may be repeated up to 12 credits if course content is different.
Credits
1-12(Spec)
Application of leadership and systems theories to the administration of educational programs.
Credits
3(3-0)
The role of the K-12 central office administrator in working with the community.
Credits
3(3-0)
Fundamental concepts, processes, and procedures concerning the change process in an educational organization. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Doctorate in Educational Leadership, (Ed.D.).
Credits
3(3-0)
In-depth study of current legal problems affecting education. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to Specialist in Education or Doctoral programs.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to Specialist in Education or Doctoral programs.
Corequisites
None.
Examine structures and considerations relating to the financing of public school systems within the United States, including taxation, budgets, millages, school facilities, and state funding.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Ed.S or Ed.D graduate programs.
Credits
3(3-0)
Development of policies and guidelines for leadership of the instructional program in a school. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Examination of policy issues in PreK-12 education. The application of theory, policy-making, influence, and implementation in education. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: Admission to a specialist or doctoral program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a specialist or doctoral program
Corequisites
None.
Analysis of elementary school leadership issues. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Study, application, and analysis of school district administrative principles related to the development, implementation, and evaluation of curricular and instructional practices of a school district. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, the Specialist in Education in General Educational Administration (Ed.S.), or Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
Credits
3(3-0)
Engage in a practical field study to analyze and address real-world challenges in educational leadership, fostering leadership skills and innovative problem-solving strategies. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: 9 graduate credit hours completed; or admission to graduate degree in educational leadership.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Advanced research and writing course guiding students through the process of developing and completing a graduate thesis. Emphasizes independent research, critical analysis, and scholarly writing. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: EDL 600 or EDL 700.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
This course equips students to design methodologically sound qualitative research studies, with attention given to philosophical foundations, methodological approaches, methods, goodness criteria, and ethical considerations. Prerequisites: EDL 700; Admission to a doctoral program.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course focuses on quantitative research design for investigating educational issues through methodology development, data analysis, and presentation to conduct and communicate research in education. Prerequisites: EDL 700; admission to a doctoral program in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Examination of major leadership and ethical decision-making theories. Emphasis is placed on moral leadership practice. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to a doctoral program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a doctoral program.
Corequisites
None.
Students will develop an understanding of the theoretical perspectives and their application to complex relationships inherent in power, justice, and equity issues in education. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to a doctoral program; EDL 700.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a doctoral program and
EDL 700 or equivalent.
Corequisites
None.
This course explores the dynamics of organizational culture and its impact on practices in educational institutions, analyzing organizational change models and strategies for leading change. Prerequisites: Admission to the Doctorate of Educational Leadership (Ed.D.).
Credits
3(3-0)
Focus on the historical development of educational institutions with an emphasis upon organizational theory, systems theory, organizational behavior, motivation, and leadership. Prerequisites: admission to the doctoral program in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3(3-0)
Activities related to preparing for advanced positions in educational leadership under the supervision of a practicing administrator. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Admission to the doctoral program in Educational Leadership. Approval of internship application and permission of instructor.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
Development of a doctoral-level dissertation proposal. May be repeated up to 9 hours. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: EDL 800, EDL 801, passing of comprehensive examination.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
EDL 800,
EDL 801, passing of comprehensive examination.
Corequisites
None.
Design and complete the dissertation including data collection, analysis, written report, and oral defense. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Ed.D. Comprehensive Examination. Pre/Co-requisite: EDL 897.
Credits
1-15(Spec)
Prerequisites
Successful completion of the Ed.D. Comprehensive Examination.
Corequisites
None.
Orientation to doctoral studies, program procedures, and dissertation issues. Critical review of education foundations and history. Prerequisites: Admission to the doctoral program in Educational Leadership.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
This course provides advanced instruction on qualitative research design for graduate students. Students will use their own research data using data analysis software. Prerequisite: EDL 800.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
EDL 800
Corequisites
None.
Study of multivariate analytical principles as it applies to educational research and policy. Prerequisite: EDL 801.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
EDL 801
Corequisites
None.