Study of human resources development practices in school systems, with emphases on central office and school unit responsibilities for attracting, selecting, developing, evaluating and retaining competent faculty and staff.

Study of strategic management procedure applications in school administration utilized at both the school district and individual school site levels.

This course reviews the quest for a knowledge based in educational administration. It begins with a survey of the history of education and organizational thought in the United States, examining scientific management, human relations, bureaucracy, and the theory movement. The course also reviews more recent attempts to capture the knowledge base including the University Council of Educational Administration's article bank, PRIMIS, and the standards for School Leaders from the Interstate School Leadership Licensure Consortium.

This course examines theories associated with organization learning and change processes that can be used by leaders of 21st century educational systems. Theories are then used to examine prevailing practice within organizations and to inform the development of action plans appropriate for improved organizational performance.

EDL 706 examines leadership and administrative responsibilities in contemporary P12 schools with emphasis on a principal's role in creating a learning-centered culture focused on student achievement and school excellence. Hybrid delivery that features face-to-face and online sessions.

EDL 709 provides an overview of assumptions and procedures for systematic inquiry in educational settings and practice using diverse strategies to analyze data in order to make informed decisions about improving student learning and school performance. Hybrid delivery that features face-to-face and online sessions.

Introductory study of assumptions and procedures of systematic inquiry used to investigate administrative, leadership and supervisory phenomena in education. Issues regarding quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods models of inquiry are included.

Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.

Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.

Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.