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Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
EDU-832
Legal Issues for Inclusive Higher Ed
This course examines the basic legal concepts common to higher education administrators as viewed through the lens of an increasingly diverse college environment. Topics include the history and governance of higher education law, basic legal concepts, and legal issues as they apply in higher education. Current case law and case studies will be used to elucidate how institutional policies and practices can support an inclusive educational
environment.
3.00
EDU-833
Finance & Fiscal Policy in Higher Ed
Accounting principles and policy, record-keeping, financial reporting, budgeting and planning models, and fiscal
management.
3.00
EDU-834
Enrollment Management Higher Ed
An analysis of current practices and future trends in the recruitment and retention of students, with
consideration of financial aid requirements and regulations.
3.00
EDU-835
Equity-Minded Leadership in Higher Ed
An exploration of research models for continuous improvement, transforming higher education, leadership for
strategic change, and models for delivering academic programs and services.
3.00
EDU-838
Leadership in Higher Education Practicum
Field experience in post-secondary administrative services, including support services such as enrollment management, student affairs, financial aid, human resources, communications and public relations, information technology, plant management, institutional advancement, and fiscal management. The practicum will be
individualized to meet the needs and interests of each student. EdD students only.
3.00
EDU-841
Designing Interv & Assessing Outcomes
Through a review of research and local practices, this course offers an in-depth study, analysis, and discussion of intervention programs and outcomes for students with special needs. Students will examine the organization and administration of special education programs with emphasis on the role of the special education leader within the local agency. A review of the development, implementation, and evaluation of effective program designs will
prepare students to make recommendations for future practice
3.00
EDU-842
School Law & Policy in Special Ed
Special education law, policy, and regulation are studied as the framework for providing services for all students, with particular consideration of current and predicted trends in law affecting children with disabilities( for both
the PK-12 School / School District concentration and the Special Education concentration).
3.00
EDU-843
Found Special Education Administration
The purpose of this course is to provide the student an opportunity for in-depth understanding of the supervisory and administrative duties for the role of Supervisor of Special Education. This course provides the Special Education Supervisor candidate with a specified professional knowledge base included in the following aspects of leadership: decision making, leadership theory, communication skills, human relations theory, administrative
theory, policy analysis / evaluation, and supervision / assessment practices.
3.00
EDU-844
Neuroscience of Learning
A re-examination of programs and services for diverse learners from the viewpoint of cognitive neuroscience of learning. Viewing learning as essentially a process of neurological change, neurological research about learning
offers practitioners and policy-makers insights and perspectives to change educational practice
3.00
EDU-845
Supervision / Administration Special Educ
The purpose of this course is to provide the student an opportunity for a more in-depth understanding of the supervisory and administrative duties for the role of Supervisor of Special Education at a deeper level. This course follows EDU 843, The Foundation of Special Education Administration. This course provides the Special Education Supervisor candidate with a specified professional knowledge base included in the following aspects of leadership: decision-making, leadership theory, communication skills, human relations theory, administrative
theory, policy analysis / evaluation, supervision / assessment practices.
3.00
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