Specialized advanced studies designed to increase a secondary school teacher's knowledge in English literature and language arts, and to widen understanding of new developments and approaches to the teaching of English. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits. Same as EDC 510. Provides ENG Major Elective credit and ENG minor credit.
Introduction to the instructional design process from needs assessment and goal definition through evaluation. Each student will design prototype instructional materials based on an instructional design model and/or procedures. The course will also introduce students to the field of instructional design and technology.
The purpose of this course is to provide middle school teachers with an in-depth analysis of the characteristics of effective middle school facilities. An examination of current curricular models, issues, trends, and exemplary middle schools will comprise the primary focus of this course.
This course addresses the role of the educational administrator in providing professional development that supports communities of practice and the adoption of contemporary technologies and digital resources to enhance student academic learning. The course introduces students to principles of adult learning that characterize effective professional development and planning as it relates to technology adoption at the school, district and state-levels of education.
This course focuses on educational administrators' use of technology to support data-driven decision making to support continuous improvement and change at the school, district, and state levels of education. Prereq: Admission to the program or consent of instructor.
Study of strategic management procedure applications in school administration utilized at both the school district and individual school site levels.
Study and observation of the role and responsibilities of the school superintendent in practice. Students are required to spend time in field settings.
This course focuses on understanding the field of organizational change as well as emphasizing the nature, characteristics, responsibilities, and contextual determinants that influence a leader's role in changing educational organizations.
The course focuses on international education reform, the function of schools in national social, economic and political development, as well as emerging perspectives on educational leadership and professional preparation.
A general review of and development of basic competence in the major intervention strategies applicable to the amelioration of children's common learning and adjustment difficulties in the school setting.
