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EDU 565 Graduate Level Student Teaching and Professional Seminar (3-6) This is a graduate level student teaching experience for those seeking their first certification in elementary, secondary or business education. It includes student teaching with intensive supervision by college personnel and participation in weekly seminar classes. Advisor’s permission is required.
EDU 570
Statistics/Research for Educational Administration (3)
It is important that the principal be able to comprehend and analyze the statistics used in assessment and research design and also utilize statistics as a tool in his/her own educational practice. This course will focus on concepts rather than computation, although computation will be included. This course also includes a study of fundamental principles of educational research. It provides opportunities for the student to become familiar with various research designs, data collection techniques, systems of analysis, and report writing. A critical reading of current research literature will be an important component of the course. The student will be introduced to the writing of a research proposal, especially, the statement of the problem and literature review.
EDU 571 The School Principalship – An Introduction to Educational Administration (3) This course will serve as an overview of educational administration, in general, and the principal, in particular. An emphasis will be placed on acquiring knowledge and skills in leadership. A theoretical and philosophical base for the principal as a change agent will be established.
EDU 572
Curriculum and Instructional Supervision (3)
The role of the principal in curriculum and instructional leadership and supervision is critical to the success of any school. The literature is clear that "the principal makes a difference." The course will deal with curriculum trends, new approaches to organizing schools, instructional methodologies, and research on improving student performance.
EDU 573
Communication and Public Relations (3)
The importance of excellent communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, and written) to effective leadership is well documented in the literature. This course will focus on the acquisition of mastery skills and techniques in both verbal and written communications. Attention will also be given to the importance of non-verbal communications. A number of public relations techniques and strategies will be learned.
EDU 574
School Law and Policy Issues (3)
As American schools have evolved, so have state and federal regulations which guide and direct them. In this course, students will acquire knowledge of the laws and regulations which govern schools and with this knowledge be able to identify legal issues, foresee potential liability, and act to reduce risks. Policies reflect the laws, regulations, and guidelines that define the purposes, parameters, and specific actions that establish the responsibilities of the individual and the institution. This course will examine policy-making