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  • Statistics for Graduate Research 

    Course Description:   This course is designed to help participants to develop an understanding of the basic concepts in Statistics and how to apply them. The concepts will be illustrated by a variety of interesting real-world examples. The emphasis of the course is on statistical reasoning, especially, interpretation of and critical thinking about statistical information.     It covers basic principles, including fundamental concepts and formulas, exploratory data analysis, and hypothesis testing. You will learn about different techniques used in analyzing data as well as how to develop a deeper understanding of research methods and their implications. You will also gain an understanding of how to apply your knowledge of statistical methods to other areas such as forecasting, optimization, and machine learning.   Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, videos, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of basic statistics while learning practical skills such as creating probability models, interpreting standard errors, constructing confidence intervals, and performing regression analysis. This course is ideal for those who are new to studying statistics or are interested in pursuing a path involving more advanced topics in the subject. Course Objectives:
    • Understand key principles of statistics
    • Create probability models
    • Interpret standard errors
    • Construct confidence intervals
    • Perform inference tests
    • Analyze data using descriptive methods
    • Execute hypothesis tests
    • Develop research questions
    • Utilize statistical methods for forecasting
    • Apply statistical methodologies for optimization and machine learning
  • Special Education Administration 

    Course Description:    The purpose of this course is to gain meaningful understanding of the Administration and Supervision of a Special Education program.    
    Learning Objectives: 
    • Enhance their ability to identify accommodate and plan for various disabilities  
    • Demonstrate improved teaching and best practices related to children exhibiting a variety of disabilities  
    • Demonstrate an expanded knowledge base by incorporating new techniques and resources that have been grounded in academic research  
    • Demonstrate mastery in assessment in using a variety of academic achievement or ability testing inventories  
    • Demonstrate specific program planning skills with specific interventions based on documentation and assessment of learning needs  
    • Demonstrate effective leadership skills when supervising program delivery
  • Science Teaching Methods for Middle School

    Course Description: This online course is designed to provide middle school science teachers with the skills and knowledge to create engaging lessons. Through discussions, activities, and projects, instructors will learn various methods to make science fun and relevant for students in middle school. Course Objectives:
    • Develop an understanding of the principles of effective teaching in a classroom setting
    • Learn how to design lesson plans that are tailored to different learning types
    • Gain knowledge on how to use technology for teaching science effectively
    • Understand the basics of differentiated instruction and formative assessment techniques
    • Acquire knowledge on best practices for motivating students in a science class
    • Examine current topics related to STEM education and their implications for society
    • Learn how to encourage creativity and collaboration amongst students through stimulating discussions and activities
    • Explore alternative approaches to teaching topics such as inquiry-based learning or experiential education
    • Develop an understanding of concepts such as scientific inquiry or the scientific method in order to better communicate its purpose/functionality within a class setting
    • Understand how assessment techniques can be used as a tool for assessing student’s level of understanding at any given point during the semester
  • Science Teaching Methods for Elementary School

    Course Description: This online course is designed to provide elementary school science teachers with the skills and knowledge to create engaging lessons. Through discussions, activities, and projects, instructors will learn various methods to make science fun and relevant for students in elementary school. Course Objectives:
    • Develop an understanding of the principles of effective teaching in a classroom setting
    • Learn how to design lesson plans that are tailored to different learning types
    • Gain knowledge on how to use technology for teaching science effectively
    • Understand the basics of differentiated instruction and formative assessment techniques
    • Acquire knowledge on best practices for motivating students in a science class
    • Examine current topics related to STEM education and their implications for society
    • Learn how to encourage creativity and collaboration amongst students through stimulating discussions and activities
    • Explore alternative approaches to teaching topics such as inquiry-based learning or experiential education
    • Introduce scientific concepts such as energy, chemical reactions, forces, or life cycles in an age-appropriate manner
    • Understand how assessment techniques can be used as a tool for assessing student’s level of understanding at any given point during the semester
  • 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.  
  • School & Community Relations 

    Course Description:  This course is designed to empower school administrators to mobilize community resources and create partnerships that enhance and drive a school culture where all youth can succeed. The changing school in the changing community will be discussed, as well as principles of maintaining a desirable relationship. This course will also discuss powerful avenues to current school/community challenges such as character education, school violence prevention, overcoming barriers to learning, and academic reinforcement.  
  • Resource Management in Education        

    Course Description: This course is designed to provide an examination of the theory and practice of human resource management and public school finance in relation to expenditures and resources at the local, state, and federal levels of support in school districts. It also provides an examination of social issues that impact the school learning environment, to include gender, quality, multicultural education, diversity; and privatization. It provides an in-depth study of the basic principles of money management in public education and how to manage it. There is a focus is on the management of dollars (fiscal), space (building operations), people (human resources), community resources (engagement) and time. Learning Objectives:
    • Examine the theory and practice of human resource management and public school finance in relation to expenditures and resources
    • Examine social issues that impact the school learning environment
    • Explore the management of space, time, and community resources
  • Reading Instruction

    Course Description: This online course is designed to provide educators with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to address a variety of students' needs in reading. This course will cover the essential components of reading instruction such as phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary development, and comprehension. Through this course, participants will gain an understanding of how to plan to address instructional needs in all five big ideas of reading for their classes. Course Objectives:
    • Understand the essential components of reading instruction such as phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary development, and comprehension
    • Learn how to apply research-based instructional teaching and learning strategies for students with disabilities
    • Develop an understanding of multi-tiered support systems for schools implementing effective reading instruction
    • Gain knowledge about Foundations of Reading assessments and how they focus on the development, instruction, and assessment of reading
    • Learn about the five pillars of successful literacy instruction: Phonemic Awareness; Phonics; Fluency; Vocabulary Development; Comprehension
    • Develop strategies to help students obtain meaning from print and read fluently in good instruction settings
    • Understand how background knowledge can be used to improve student's reading abilities
    • Become familiar with Foundations of Reading Instruction & Intervention Series resources available online for educators looking for guidance in addressing student's needs in reading instruction settings
    • Learn how to use technology effectively when implementing Foundations of Reading Instruction & Intervention Series resources into classroom settings
    • Identify best practices when providing Foundations of Reading Instruction & Intervention Series resources for students with disabilities
  • Project Management Leadership Course Description: Project Management Leadership is an online course that focuses on developing leadership and management skills for successful project management. This course teaches essential project management methodologies, techniques, and tools to plan, allocate resources, and deliver projects effectively. You will also learn to create a robust team culture and understand how to lead teams to successful project delivery. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, videos, and assignments, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and techniques required for effective project management leadership. This online course is ideal for project managers, team leaders, executives, and business owners who want to apply effective project management techniques to their projects. Course Objectives:
    • Understand fundamental leadership and management skills required for effective project management
    • Create a comprehensive project plan, including work breakdown structure, risk assessment, project constraints, and deliverables
    • Develop effective team communication skills to ensure project success
    • Plan resource allocation and management to ensure project success
    • Understand the principles of agile vs. waterfall project management methodology
    • Build a high-performance team culture and practices to enhance teamwork and communication
    • Develop effective negotiation skills and manage stakeholder expectations
    • Understand how to manage project costs and schedules using proven methods
    • Analyze project deliverables, and adjust project scope as necessary, based on changes in project requirements
    • Learn how to manage risk during the entire project lifecycle and develop effective risk mitigation strategies
  • Principalship 

    Course Description:   This course will study the wide range of responsibilities of the principal as both manager and educational leader. Topics include establishing a common vision and purpose with stakeholders, working collaboratively to achieve common goals, developing a learner centered school culture, planning for the improvement of instruction, school finance management, supervising employees, providing a safe school environment, promoting student health and welfare, and initiating, managing, and evaluating change.  
    Learning Objectives: 
    • Apply appropriate organization theory to specific issues in the principalship 
    • Demonstrate problem analysis skills 
    • Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills
    • Demonstrate sensitivity to needs of others in problem–solving situations 
    • Demonstrate understanding of importance of positive relationships with other personnel in the school setting, e.g. central office, board of education, assistant principals, teachers and support staff  
    • Articulate the role of the principal in improving teaching and learning  
    • Articulate a basis for operation for the principal 
    • Describe school–centered and society–related problems and issues 

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