May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours.

May be repeated indefinitely.

A critical analysis of recently developed materials and techniques in curriculum and instruction for precollege education. Includes analysis of evaluative research related to new materials and techniques. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits.

An independent study course for graduate students who have completed at least half of the program course requirements in clinical and college teaching, curri- culum and instruction, early childhood education, elementary education, reading or secondary education. May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.

A research problems course for graduate students who have completed at least half of the program course requirements in clinical and college teaching, curriculum and instruction, early childhood education, elementary education, reading or secondary education. May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits.

Study of processes and programs effective in promoting school wide safety and discipline. Emphasis on school connections to community security and resources.

This course focuses on the role of educational administrators in creating and sustaining a culture of learning that ensures all students have access to an academically rigorous, relevant, and engaging education through the use of appropriate digital technologies. Prereq: Admission to the program or consent of instructor.

This course examines school administrators' social, ethical, and legal issues and responsibilities for all students, including those with disabilities and special needs, for digital citizenship. Facilitating understanding of evolving virtual school environments and modeling digital citizenship at the school, district, and state levels are also addressed. Prereq: Admission to the program or consent of instructor.

Role of the school district superintendent is studied including: historical and current job responsibilities of the position; knowledge, skills and dispositions necessary to serve successfully in the position; future challenges of the position.

Study and observation of the role and responsibilities of the school superintendent in practice. Students are required to spend time in field settings.