Course Offerings
CURRENT COURSE OFFERINGS
SPRING 2012 COURSE OFFERINGS
January 9 – May 1, 2012
Education 601: Principles of Educational Research (3). Corequisite: EDUC 615 (M. Ed. Amin only). A survey of current procedures in educational research with a focus on student investigations of research questions based on classroom practice and concerns. Participants use a variety of print and electronic resources to become informed and critical consumers of research and design and implement a research project that requires application of basic research procedures. Results are presented with reflections on their application to student learning.
Education 615: Educational Leadership I: Organizational Behaviors (3). Corequisite: EDUC 601. An in-depth view and assessment of professional goals and skills and how they relate to future roles in administration. A study of organizational theories and behaviors and effective leadership from structural, human relationships, political and symbolic perspectives. (This course is a prerequisite for professional education and specialty studies courses).
Education 619: Parent and Community Involvement (3). Corequisite: EDUC 622. A study of the interdependence of families, schools and communities with an emphasis on the role of the school as a socializing agent in a changing society. Participants engage in activities that develop the dispositions and skills necessary for collaboration with parents and community professionals in the interest of supporting optimal development for their students. Current classroom practice is described and analyzed relative to the impact of parent and community involvement on student learning.
Education 622: Assessing and Addressing Student Needs (3). Corequisite: EDUC 619. A study of assessing and addressing the needs of the learner based on performance data, personal background, individual learning styles and classroom behavior. Characteristics of at-risk students, the influences of cultural differences, and gender issues are included. Participants conduct an in-depth case study of a child in their classroom and analyze results to understand and modify their classroom practice to enhance student learning.
Education 682: Internship and Seminar II in Elementary School Administration and Supervision (3). Corequisite: EDUC 683. This course is the second component of a two-part internship designed to allow students opportunities to observe theory in practice, and to become aware of and actively engaged in the various roles and complex nature of the work of a school administrator. This internship will afford students an opportunity to witness and put into practice effective administrative and leadership techniques related to elementary or secondary school administration. During this internship, the student will work under the direct supervision of a designated public school mentor and the course professor in the implementation of specific activities.
Education 683: The Elementary School Principalship (3). Corequisite: EDUC 682. This course will provide participants the opportunity to develop a working synthesis of previously studied theories, practices, strategies and programs related to leadership and management in today’s elementary schools. Emphasis is on decision-making skills which result in effective school organization, positive school climate and successful school leadership. The course will also examine the roles and responsibilities of assistant principals.
Education 685: Internship and Seminar II in Secondary School Administration and Supervision (3). Corequisite: EDUC 686. This course is the second component of a two-part internship designed to allow students opportunities to observe theory in practice, and to become aware of and actively engaged in the various roles and complex nature of the work of a school administrator. This internship will afford students an opportunity to witness and put into practice effective administrative and leadership techniques related to elementary or secondary school administration. During this internship, the student will work under the direct supervision of a designated public school mentor and the course professor in the implementation of specific activities.
Education 686: The Secondary School Principalship (3). Corequisite: EDUC 685. This course will provide participants the opportunity to develop a working synthesis of previously studied theories, practices, strategies and programs related to leadership and management in today’s middle and high schools. Emphasis is on decision-making skills which result in effective school organization, positive school climate and successful school leadership. The course will also examine the roles and responsibilities of assistant principals.
MAYMESTER 2011 COURSE OFFERINGS
MAY 7 – MAY 31, 2012
Education 652: School and Community Support Services (3). A comprehensive study of the principles of human growth and development as they apply to the goals of the school setting. Students’ developmental needs and the school and community resources to support optimal growth will be explored through interactions with community agencies, school guidance and counseling staff and community leaders.
