EDU-815 |
Dissertation Advisement V: Continuation |
This one credit hour semester-long course is required for doctoral candidates in educational leadership who have completed all coursework requirements for the degree, but have yet to meet one or more related requirements, including the following: Comprehensive assessment accepted by Faculty Committee Written dissertation accepted by full Dissertation Committee Oral defense of dissertation accepted by full Dissertation Committee Journal article based on dissertation research suitable for publication accepted by Dissertation Advisor Abstract of dissertation research and key words accepted by Dissertation Advisor The doctoral candidate who has not met one or more of these requirements shall enroll continuously in this course each semester in order to have access to university facilities, resources, and faculty until all requirements are satisfied, whereupon the doctoral candidate shall be eligible for graduation at the next date. The course shall consist of independent work to complete the above-cited requirements under the direction of the Dissertation Advisor. The course shall be |
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graded on a pass / fail basis. |
1.00 |
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EDU-821 |
The Superintendency |
This course is an analysis of the role and responsibilities of the superintendent of schools, including preparation for the superintendency. An emphasis is placed on equity, equality, and raising achievement for all students. Twenty hours( 20) of embedded field experience are required for those seeking the superintendent of school ' s |
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letter of eligibility. |
3.00 |
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EDU-822 |
Sch Boards & Sch District Governance |
Considerations of school boardsmanship, internal and external governance, and structures in K-12 education. The course explores analysis the politics of school district governance and the leadership practices necessary to effectively lead in complex relationships. The characteristics of effective boardsmanship are defined through research and best practice. Twenty( 20) hours of embedded field experience are required for those seeking the |
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superintendent of school ' s letter of eligibility. |
3.00 |
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EDU-824 |
Transforming Leadership Holistic Achv |
This course is designed to enhance school and district leaders ' ability to transform personally and professionally to advance the learning of students and adults within their respective systems. Participants will identify their own strengths-based leadership characteristics, recognize personal immunities to change, analyze an adaptive problem in their current educational environment, and plan for authentic, continuous, student-centered |
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improvement. |
3.00 |
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EDU-825 |
Labor Relations & Fiscal Management |
Personnel administration, contract administration, collective bargaining, and fiscal management, including the |
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economics of education. |
3.00 |
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EDU-828 |
School District Practicum I |
School District Practicum provides students with first-hand experience in a broad array of responsibilities that are inherent to the position of superintendent of schools. Field-based learning in EDU 828 School District Practicum I and EDU 829 School District Practicum II shall be organized through leadership projects that address each of the |
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Pennsylvania Leadership Standards. |
3.00 |
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EDU-829 |
District Practicum II |
This Practicum focuses on the superintendent ' s ability to follow the standards, create a vision, and demonstrate a leadership style that exemplifies values and ethics. You will also gain experience in analyzing leadership styles, creating a positive climate and culture, fostering leadership teams, and managing relationships to enhance student achievement. Additionally, you will experience evaluating data-driven decision making, handling challenges, communication, working with Human Resources, collective bargaining, how to use social media effectively, and the importance of robust technology. Each of the two practicum courses require 180 hours of |
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embedded field experience. |
3.00 |
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