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Superintendency | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

$95
Superintendency

Course Description:   This course provides both the theoretical constructs and the practical applications involved in the responsibilities exclusive to district-level administrative leadership. These include the macro-level applications of budgeting, staff development, community and external stakeholder relations, and advocacy. This course will also guide students in developing the initial components of a district-wide action research project focused on central office functions. 

Learning Objectives:

Explain the roles and functions of the school district superintendent and other senior administrators in the operation of a PreK–12 school district 

Analyze the organizational structure of a PreK–12 school district and its relationship with federal and state rules and regulations  

Critique current models of school district governance (i.e., school board structure and executive leadership) in operating schools with a view to maximizing student learning and conducting school business efficiently 

Assess the leadership requirements of the role of superintendent and senior administrator and their responsibilities and qualifications  

Differentiate the various responsibilities and approaches used by senior staff to manage finances, human resources, facilities, technology, and other support services in a typical PreK–12 school district

Develop effective approaches or solutions to issues and challenges that are likely to face the executive leadership of a school district   

Compose a personal philosophy of leadership that supports the student’s interest in serving as a superintendent or other senior school district administrator

Explain the professional responsibilities of current administrators serving in key district leadership positions to maximize student learning and professional growth 

Evaluate a current issue or problem in a school district in a manner that reflects the student’s  ability to apply the knowledge and skills learned in this course

Develop district and personal strategies to promote student achievement that are fair, have integrity, and are ethical  
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School Business Administration | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

$95

School Business Administration, Introduction 
Course Description:  This course provides an overview of the major areas of responsibilities of the school business administrator. Financial support for public schools from local, state, and federal governments will be emphasized. Fiscal planning, budgeting, plant management, accounting and purchasing procedures, distribution of supplies and services, transportation and food service will be examined. The course will underscore the crucial role of the school business administrator as a key member of the district’s leadership team. The course is also designed to provide students with an understanding of how the school business administrator can facilitate educational decision-making, thereby having a positive effect on student learning. 

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Technology Leadership | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

$95
Description:   This course is designed to provide an interactive, collaborative environment that fosters development of technology leaders with skill in the design and implementation of emerging technologies in the educational environment.  

Prerequisite: Graduate Program in Education 

Learning Objectives: Students will 

gain and understanding of comprehensive integration of technology 

identify and analyze curricular design, instructional strategies, and learning environments integrate appropriate technologies to maximize learning and teaching. 

learn to apply technology to enhance their professional practice and to increase their own productivity and that of others 

recognize the integration of technology to support productive systems for learning and administration. 

use technology to plan and implement comprehensive systems of effective assessment and evaluation. 

understand the social, legal, and ethical issues related to technology and model responsible decision-making related to these issues. 
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Educational Organization and Administration | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

$95

Interactive activities and learning path. Instant Access to our platform / multimedia content 1 year full access to the purchased courses.

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Communication in Educational Leadership | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

$95
Communications in Educational Leadership
Course Description:   This course provides an understanding for teachers in developing knowledge and skills for communications. Behaviors such as face-to-face communications, style of communication and group factors which effect communication are covered.

Learning Objectives:

Understand how communications work

Gain active listening and responding skills

Seeing things from other points of view

Analyzing the communication of body language

Learning strategies to deal with difficult people or situations
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Leading Change in Educational Organizations | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

$95
Leading Change in Educational Organizations

Course Description:  This course is designed to analyze the fundamental behavioral concepts and process of organizations. The complex process of organizational change and how it can be managed through a collection of techniques. Issues such as forces related to creating the need for organizational change in human resource and educational organizations will be examined. 

Learning Objectives:

Explain the change process as an integral part of the organization and administration of a school system 

Describe the knowledge, skills, and attributes necessary to function as a successful change agent in an educational institution 

Identify the various cultural, social, political, legal, and ethical issues that impact the change process in education

Analyze the dynamics of the various roles played by the relevant publics in affecting change within educational organizations

Explain the roles strategic design and strategic planning play in the change process

Identify and apply those leadership skills necessary for planning, implementing, and leading future-focused change efforts in educational organizations
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Administration of School Personnel | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

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Administration of School Personnel

Course Description: This course provides an overview of the myriad of duties and responsibilities of the office of human resources. Through individual assignments and small/large group experiences, candidates gain the knowledge, skills, and attributes involved in leading both professional and non-professional staff. Specific case studies are presented, guest speakers are invited to present, and specific theories and philosophies are studied. Matters having to do with leadership and organization of school personnel will be addressed. Exploration of topics such as recruitment and selection; induction; professional development; supervision and evaluation; discipline and dismissal; the work environment; compensation and benefits; administering employee contracts; and legal issues in personnel management will be included.

Learning Objectives:

Explore the evolution of education administration and its future as an academic discipline and a profession

Differentiate among the various functions that public managers perform

Examine the political, socio-economic, cultural, and diversity issues involved in major debates of education administration

Explain the roles of education administrators as public managers and policy makers

Explain the interaction of administrative and political processes in education administration

Examine the importance of ethical standards and behavior of education managers
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Leading Diverse Schools | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

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Leading Diverse Schools

Course Description:  This course is designed to study multicultural education and its link to school leadership, cultural understanding, and critical problems related to the organization of schools through the lens of human behavior. A focus is on the preparation of administrators to transform schools by understanding theoretical, sociological, political, and historical elements as they relate to ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, gender, exceptionality, language, religion, and sexual orientation. In preparation for work in an increasingly diverse world, students in this course will engage in personal, professional, and organizational reflection. 

Learning Objectives:

Identify the challenges that school administrators face in ethnically diverse contexts

Understand how and why principals do or do not promote inclusive practices in their schools  

Learn to develop and implement an educational diversity policy 
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Strategic Planning in Education | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

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Strategic Planning in Education

Course Description:   This course will provide an examination of planning processes used by leaders to direct educational change and improvement.  Includes strategic planning approaches designed to address macro and micro goals of organization. The course content provides the student with the historical and operational perspectives of planning in modern organizations.  Focus is on the development of planning, implementation, and leadership skills needed to direct strategic decision-making within educational settings. 

Learning Objectives:

Gain knowledge and understanding of the planning functions as related to educational settings 

Obtain a working understanding of various planning models

Understand the role of planning in relationship to other administrative responsibilities

Analyze planning models and activities utilizing a case study method

Obtain a working knowledge of tools, technologies, and data sources useful for educational planners 

Obtain a broad understanding of planning skills needed by successful educational leaders

Gain knowledge of procedures used for technology, facility, fiscal, and school improvement planning   

Develop leadership skills needed to direct strategic improvement of schools
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Educational Leadership Theory | Teaching & Education | Online Courses

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Educational Leadership Theory

Course Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to the theories and practices of educational leadership and organizational behaviors in school systems. Students will begin to understand and appreciate the challenges faced by modern school leaders.

Learning Objectives:

Compare and contrast different leadership styles listed in the course.

Examine differentiate factors that create an effect leader in the educational setting.

Analyze their personal leadership strengths and weaknesses as a leader

Understand the fundamentals of educational leadership

Analyze different leadership styles and determine which is most effective for a given situation

Develop strategies for creating a vision and mission statement for your school or organization

Learn how to effectively manage staff and resources

Gain knowledge on how to create a positive learning environment

Explore ways to foster collaboration among staff members

Identify strategies for engaging students in learning activities

Develop communication skills necessary for successful leadership roles

Learn how to evaluate performance and provide feedback to staff members

Understand the importance of self-reflection in order to improve as a leader
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