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14 Courses Matching Search "EDA"

EDA500 - Theories of Educational Administration (3 cr.)

Theories, principles, and concepts of educational administration, leadership, and management applicable to elementary and secondary schools. (Summer, Winter, Fall).

EDA502 - Educational Leadership and Organizational Behavior (3 cr.)

This course is designed to introduce prospective leaders to organizational behavior and process of organizational development. School leaders need to know how to assess needs, establish priorities, set goals, allocate resources, and develop and implement strategic plans in order to facilitate the development of effective educational programs and practices. In addition, they need to develop the ability to involve others in the development, planning and implementation phases of school improvement efforts. Major topics include organizational theory, the human dimension in organizations, organizational change, leadership, and school reform. (Summer, Fall).

EDA504 - Educational Leadership and Human Relations (3 cr.)

A study of theory, research, and practice in the area of human relations in schools including public relations; clear and appropriate communications; and equitable, sensitive, and responsive relations with students, teachers, parents and community. (Spring).

EDA506 - The Principal (3 cr.)

Improvement of classroom instruction through effective supervision subjected to theoretical and practical examination. Review of basic goals, concepts, and processes; critical analysis of specific methods, techniques and problems. (Fall/Spring/Summer).

EDA508 - Curriculum Improvement (3 cr.)

Contemporary theories of curriculum design and evaluation are explored. Candidates are expected to develop an eclectic approach to curriculum improvement based upon those theories and contemporary organizational factors, including leadership and management. Material is presented relating to developing community education programs, and to personnel and program planning. (Summer).

EDA510 - Supervision for the Improvement of Instruction (3 cr.)

This course will examine the communication, relationship, and problem solving skills required in the role of the principal in working effectively with teachers. This course details skills needed to work effectively with teachers individually and with the faculty as a group in creating a school culture for work. (Fall).

EDA512 - Public School Law (3 cr.)

Intended for administrators and prospective administrators and teachers interested in the legal perspectives of schools. The constitutional, statutory, regulatory, and contractual aspects of public teaching contracts, labor relations, collective bargaining, and tenure. (Summer, Fall).

EDA513 - School Business Administration (3 cr.)

A study of the financial support for public schools from local, state, and federal governments. The following topics will be addressed: fiscal planning, budgeting, plant management, state and municipal financing, accounting and purchasing procedures, distribution of supplies and services, transportation, and food service. (Spring, Summer).

EDA529 - Internship I - Educational Administration and Supervision (3 cr.)

Administrative and supervisory experiences in a public school system. Credit will not be given until thesis/ research project has been completed. Prerequisites: Permission of student's program advisor and the Coordinator of the Internship Experience. Note: The student must be enrolled in the 42 or 60 hour certificate options in Administration/Supervision. (Spring, Summer, Fall).

EDA530 - Internship II Educational Administration and Supervision (3 cr.)

Continuation of the EDA 529 Internship I - Administrative and supervisory experiences in a public school system. Credit will not be given until thesis/research project has been completed. (Spring, Fall). Prerequisites: EDA 529.

EDA555 - Thesis/Research Project Seminar (3 cr.)

Direction, assistance, and critical evaluation relating to the design, implementation, and presentation stages of the student research/thesis project. (Spring, Summer, Fall). Prerequisites: EDU513.

EDA556 - Technology Trends for Tomorrow's Administrators (3 cr.)

This course is designed to provide aspiring school administrators with technological knowledge and skills necessary for success in today's school systems. In order to complete class projects, access to a computer system, along with Internet connectivity, will be required. (Fall). Prerequisite: Matriculation in the CAS Program in Educational Leadership.

EDA557 - Understanding Assessments for Administrators (3 cr.)

This course is designed to provide aspiring school administrators with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand a variety of assessments and to use data from the assessments for planning. In order to complete class projects, access to a computer system, along with Internet connectivity, will be required. (Spring). Prerequisite: Class members must be matriculated in the CAS Program in Educational Leadership.

EDA599 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. (Summer, Fall).

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