May 25, 2024

2010-2011 Graduate Catalog

2010-2011 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Early Childhood
	ECED 5334 - Social Development of Young Children (3 credits) A variety of approaches will be used to understand how children develop socially and emotionally. Special emphasis will be placed on interpersonal relationships that occur within the context of group settings for young children (birth to age nine). (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5335 - Assessing and Evaluating Young Children (3 credits) Major issues in assessing and evaluating young children (birth to age nine) are examined from a theoretical and research-based perspective. A selection of age appropriate assessment procedures will reflect an understanding of the child within the context of the family and community. Includes instruction and guided practice in the administration of formal, informal and criterion based tests. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5336 - Advanced Creative Development (3 credits) Strategies for promoting the emergent creative dispositions of young children (birth to age nine) are explored. Areas of focus include art, music, movement, play, dramatics, and problem-solving. The importance of understanding and encouraging the young child’s capacity for creative expression is emphasized. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5344 - Family and Community Relationships (3 credits) Research based models that enhance interpersonal relationships among adults who care for young children and their families and communities will be examined. Specific examples of best practices will include home visitation, conferences, advisory boards, family centers, and parents as teachers. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5345 - Research in Early Childhood Education (3 credits) Presentation and analysis of important research studies related to the development of young children. Recent research studies will be examined covering a range of current topics and issues. Criteria for evaluating and interpreting current research will be developed. An individual research project will be designed. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5347 - Technology and Media in Inclusive Early Childhood Education (3 credits) This course provides a comprehensive overview of media and technology use in inclusive early childhood classrooms. This course is based on the theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, and Papert, which support experiential, hands-on learning in the context of social interactions. Theories, research studies, and application of new technology and media will be considered. The appropriateness of technology use, along with application of new technology and media for children ages birth through eight years will be reviewed. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5352 - Theories of Play (3 credits) Play is examined from an interdisciplinary perspective that examines theories of play, creativity, play therapy, and cognition. The role of the adult, peer interaction, and play assessment are included. Applications in the field through assigned projects with young children are required. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5356 - Language and Literacy Development of Young Children (3 credits) Theories of acquisition, research, and programs of language enrichment relating to years zero-eight will be studied. Study in language delay, enhancement, individualization, and resource management will also be included. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5357 - Management and Administration of Early Childhood Programs (3 credits) Operational planning and administration for supervisors, administrators, and directors of programs for young children in public and private schools. Emphasis is placed on the director’s role in staff recruitment, hiring, development, and evaluation. Leadership and management techniques are also studied and analyzed. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5417 - Curriculum Development for Young Children (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECED 4140, Admission to Teacher Education. Curriculum development analyzes children’s thinking as it influences curriculum design (lesson planning and unit development) in early childhood in the classrooms. Hands-on experiential activities will be emphasized to enhance the adult learners’ understanding of Early Childhood social studies curriculum and the importance of meeting the national and state standards for social studies education, while also providing concrete examples for application with young children. Field participation in early childhood settings is required. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5517 - Family-School-Community Relations (3 credits) Theoretical models of home-school relations will be examined as they have evolved through the 20th/21st century. Strategies for initiating and maintaining effective homeschool-community collaboration will be identified with special emphasis on benefits to parents, children, community, and school personnel. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5520 - Programs for Young Children (3 credits) Programs will be designed to reflect the most current thinking in terms of how young children think and learn. Theory-based program models will be examined as a basis for structuring daily experiences and activities. Field experiences are required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5570 - Practicum in Early Childhood Education (3 credits) A supervised experience in an early childhood program is matched to the needs of the student. Options for the practicum include program director, supervisor, curriculum development, teacher trainer, or other early childhood professional roles. This experience requires 130 hours in an approved PreK-K and/or 1-3 grade sites. This field experience is also designed to meet the requirements for adding an ECE endorsement to an existing teaching license. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 5580 - Student Teaching and Seminar in Early Childhood Education (PreK-3) (9 credits) A supervised student teaching experience in an approved early childhood program is combined with a seminar in ECE for candidates seeking teacher licensure. This course provides opportunities for students to put theory into practice as they develop their own unique professional teaching style. Planning will be based on constructionist theory, current research, and developmentally appropriate guidelines as defined by NAEYC. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 6100 - Historical and Theoretical Basis for Early Childhood Education (3 credits) This course is an in-depth investigation and critical analysis of early childhood education from early historical time to the 21st century. Focus is on changing perceptions and expectations of family and young children, establishing the relationship between past perceptions, current practices, and the rebirth of persistent ideas. This course will include the study of theorists and educators who have influenced the field and shaped both past and current practices. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 6200 - Implications and Current Trends in Typical and Atypical Development of Young Children (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECED 5210 and SPED 5500 or equivalent. Research and in-depth discussion of theory and practice related to the growth and development of young children, including typical and atypical development. Emphasis will be on methods of studying behavior, implications of research for early childhood programs, blended practices, and current trends in serving children with diverse needs, ranging from children at-risk for school failure to children who demonstrate high levels of cognitive development. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 6300 - Social and Cultural Diversity in Children and their Families (3 credits) Study of the research and theories relating to social and cultural diversity in children and their families as well as practical applications for early childhood professionals working with diverse populations. This course will include selfreflection and personal analysis of bias and stereotypes and the dynamics of prejudice, discrimination, and oppression. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 6400 - Seminar in Professional Development and Leadership (3 credits) Prerequisites: Completion of nine (9) semester hours of doctoral work in Early Childhood Education. Research and in-depth discussion of theory and practice related to obtaining extramural funding, conducting scholarly research, and publication of research- and practice-related articles in peer-reviewed journals will be studied. Emphasis will be on methods of researching and investigating potential sources of extramural funding through grant initiatives and private corporations, writing for and submitting to peer-reviewed journals, and developing skills in working as a collaborative team in the grant writing process. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 6600 - Processes of Language and Literacy Learning (3 credits) This course will focus on theory and research related to early communication through language and literacy, as a social, cultural, and political practice. Included is the study of social and educational policy issues and policy-making actions taken on behalf of literacy learning. Emphasis is on intersection of class, race/ethnicity, gender, and sexuality, as critical axes for understanding culturally-specific language and literacy practices, and as a basis for examining language development and literacy instruction rooted in the experiences of children. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 6610 - The Teaching and Learning Environment: Impact on Children, Families, and Teachers (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECED 5210 or equivalent. This course will examine the environment and associated elements of design, arrangement, and layout, which influence young children, teachers, and their families. Current research on environments will be reviewed and applied to early childhood settings. Environmental scales, observations, facility plans, and emotional climate will be studied and used to gain advanced techniques for evaluating and enhancing environments for young children. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 6620 - Leadership Roles, Administration, and Supervision in Early Childhood Education (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECED 6100 and ECED 6300 . Analysis of the meaning and development of leadership, assessment of leadership skills, and early childhood leadership roles will be studied in this course. The science of leadership will be explored through empirically based analysis of: strategic thinking; consensus building; creating change; and influencing better outcomes for children, families, and the profession. Focus on advocacy, collaboration with schools, mentorship, and building of relationships at the local, state, and national levels will be explored. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 6630 - Paradigms of Inquiry-Based Constructivism (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECED 6100 and ECED 6200 . This course explores the application of constructivism in teacher development, the early childhood classroom, and research related to inquiry, with specific focus on early childhood education. The focus of this class will include critical thinking, research skills, as students gain skills and methods of interpreting scholarly literature. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 6640 - Critical Analysis of Brain Research and Creativity Theory (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECED 5210 or equivalent. This course examines the tenets of brain research and creativity theories within the context of their applications to the field of early childhood research and practice. Focus will include strategies for pedagogy based on physiological foundations “brain-based” teaching and learning, applying creativity, as well as investigating the roles of “brain-based” learning strategies and creativity within a variety of professions related to early childhood education. These settings include the early childhood classroom, teacher education, and teaching and learning in related professional venues (museums, education magazines, educational departments of organizations, etc.). (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 7000 - Apprenticeship in Research (3 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 7810 , ELPA 7811 , ELPA 7812 , and ECED 7814 . This required Research apprenticeship of at least 150 hours of field experience offers a collaborative apprenticeship for early childhood students to learn the skills necessary to plan, implement, and conduct research. The research apprenticeship provides opportunities for application of the research process in collaboration with a faculty member who will provide guidance. (fall, spring, summer) Notes: (Faculty member oversees apprenticeship.) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 7001 - Apprenticeship in University Teaching (3 credits) Prerequisites: Completion of nine to twelve (9-12) semester hours of doctoral work in Early Childhood Education. The University Teaching Apprenticeship of at least 150 hours of field experience includes a mentored experience for the student in teaching a university-level course in early childhood education. Extensive work in the university classroom and reflection under the direction of a practicing faculty member from the department is required. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 7002 - Apprenticeship in Development of Teachers (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECED 6100 . The Development of Teachers apprenticeship of at least 150 hours of field experience requires the doctoral student to participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of training for early childhood teachers who are currently working in the field. The training will be specifically designed for teachers working with children from birth to age eight and developed in collaboration with a mentor who has experience in effectively working with adult learners. (spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 7003 - Apprenticeship in Early Intervention (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECED 6200 . The Early Intervention apprenticeship of at least 150 hours of field experience requires the doctoral student to work hands-on with a service coordinator or early interventionist in a setting that serves children birth to age three with developmental disabilities and their families. The student will assist with family programming, helping with on-going assessment and Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) development, and provide home-based developmentally appropriate individual activities for the child. (spring; summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 7004 - Apprenticeship in Early Childhood Leadership (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECED 6620 . The Early Childhood Leadership apprenticeship of at least 150 hours of field experience requires the doctoral student to experience an early childhood leadership role with a principal of a Pre-K-3 or Pre-K-5 school, a museum director, a director of an NAEYC-accredited early childhood center, a Pre-K coordinator, a leader in a professional early childhood organization, or a leader in a community-based organization that provides services or advocacy for young children birth to 8 years of age. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 7814 - Analysis and Interpretation of Research Designs (3 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 7810 , ELPA 7811 , and ELPA 7812 . This course explores the philosophy, logic, methods, research designs, and data analysis approaches of applied research in child development and learning. The course will discuss the scientific logic (e.g., inductive and deductive logic, the role of theory in research) of research methods and designs, including a discussion of how to develop research questions and hypotheses with particular emphasis on those questions dealing with applied research in child development and learning in both typical and atypical populations. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 7950 - Advanced Research in Early Childhood Education and Seminar (3 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 7810 , ELPA 7811 , and ELPA 7812 . This is a research-oriented course that focuses on early childhood education. The course is a study of early research and the application of research to early childhood theory and practice. During this course, students will write a research proposal that is preprospectus related to their dissertation topic. The seminar aspect of this course will involve the student’s attendance at prospectus and/or dissertation presentations of doctoral students. (fall beginning 2010) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECED 7960 - Dissertation (3-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Supervised research toward dissertation (repeatable up to 12 hours). (fall and spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Economics
	ECON 5000 - Essentials of Economics (3 credits) An accelerated course dealing with fundamentals of economic theory. Designed for graduate students with limited or no background in economics. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5010 - Essentials of Statistics (3 credits) Prerequisites: MATH 1022 and 1032 or equivalents. This accelerated course is designed for students entering the M. B. A. or M. Acc. program without recent academic credits in statistics. The course covers basic descriptive statistics and provides a comprehensive introduction to inferential statistics, including estimation and hypothesis testing. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5317 - Health Care Economics (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECON 2220 or prior approval needed. An overview of the economics of the health care industry; topics include the production and pricing of health, the demand and supply of medical care and health insurance, the markets for physician and hospital services, health manpower, medical education, and the role of government and legislation in health care. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5327 - Labor Economics (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECON 2210 and 2220. Theoretical and real world operations of labor markets. Labor relations systems in the United States, Europe, and Japan including the role of labor unions. Major issues in labor relations such as labor law reform, wage inequality, and employment discrimination. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5337 - Government Finance and Public Choice (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECON 2210 or ECON 1050. The economic functions of government in a market-oriented economy; how governments allocate expenditures according to the preferences of individuals that comprise society; and how governments raise money to finance their expenditures. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5447 - Urban and Regional Economics (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECON 2210 and 2220. An examination of the theories of urban and regional economic growth and development. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5457 - Industrial Organization and Regulation (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECON 2210 and 2220. An overview of the structure and performance of the U. S. economy. Review and evaluation of public policies adopted to improve economic performance, such as antitrust and public utility regulation. Current issues include competitiveness, deregulation, hightechnology, and foreign competition. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5510 - Current Social and Economic Issues (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECON 5110 and 5240. A description and analysis of presentday socioeconomic problems, programs, and policies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5527 - International Economics (3 credits) Prerequisites: ECON 2210 and 2220. Economic specialization and international trade and investment. The growth of the global economy and economic integration. The gains and losses to consumers and producers. Government policies to promote and/or restrict international business activities. Role and operation of the international financial system. The rise of multinational companies and global markets. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5900 - Independent Study in Economics (1-3 credits) A course designed for graduate students who, under the direction of an economics faculty member, wish to engage in independent research or an intensive study of subjects not covered in other available courses. Prior departmental and college approval is needed. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ECON 5957 - Topics in Economics (1-6 credits) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Education Foundations
	EDFN 5000 - History and Philosophy of Education (3 credits) Study of the historical and philosophical foundations of education with emphasis on how major theories and historical events have influenced education in public schools of today. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 5010 - Interdisciplinary Seminar (1 credit, may be repeated for a total of 3 credits) This course is required of all M. Ed. candidates in the College of Education. Current topics pertaining to the profession of education will be presented by local, state, regional, and national authorities. Issues that directly impact education such as political, economic, legal, sociological, health, and psychological will be discussed. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 5050 - Social and Political Influences on Schools (3 credits) Students will analyze the social and political contexts surrounding schools with emphasis on increasing diversity and multiculturalism within schools. The impact of local, regional, national, and global contexts will be studied. Particular emphasis will be given to the philosophical and cultural influences that shape thinking about schooling and how these influences impact on informal and formal leadership roles in the school. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 5400 - Current Issues in Education Seminar (3 credits) Corequisites: Enrollment in CUAI 5580 . The course is designed for the Master of Arts in teaching program taught in conjunction with student teaching. Contemporary issues and problems confronted by public school teachers are analyzed by the students. Current innovations are studied as they develop. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 5405 - The Profession of Teaching (1 credit) Prerequisites: Admission to teacher education or permission of the M. A. T. program coordinators. Corequisites: Enrollment in EDFN 5411 . This is the initial course for students entering the M. A. T. program and focuses on teaching as a career, including the roles and responsibilities of a teacher, teacher professionalism and teacher leadership. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 5410 - Foundations in Education (3 credits) History and philosophy underlying development of the American education system. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 5411 - Exploring Schools (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to teacher education or permission of the M. A. T. program coordinators. Corequisites: Enrollment in EDFN 5405 . Students in this class will observe, identify, analyze, and reflect on classroom practice in a variety of settings. Field experience in area schools is required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 5420 - Foundations in Education: Building a Community of Learners (4 credits) This is a graduate-level course that focuses on introducing the learner to the foundations of education, and the place of curriculum and instruction within these foundations. It focuses on the current context of education as well as develops an historical perspective. Contexts of education will include teachers, students, families, and community. Characteristics of successful teachers, their students, and the context within which education takes place are discussed. This course is required of all MAT candidates and must be taken in their first semester in the program; it includes 30 hours of field experience in areas of the students choosing - either K-6 (for those pursuing elementary licensure), 4-8 (for those pursuing middle school licensure), or 7-12 (for those pursuing secondary licensure). This class also includes an overview of the MAT program and initial advisement for beginning students. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 5950 - Methods of Research (3 credits) This course includes the study of research as an approach to problem solving, methods of conducting qualitative and quantitative research, research designs, statistics used in experimental and descriptive research, principles of research interpretation, and the effective communication of research results. The course includes the preparation of a research prospectus or action research plan. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 6730 - Foundations: Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Education (3 credits) Designed to offer an overview of the historical and philosophical foundations of education and implications for educational practice today. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	EDFN 6906 - Independent Study in Foundations of Education (1-3 credits) This course provides for independent study under the direction of an appropriate faculty member. Significant research required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis
	ELPA 5100 - Interpersonal Relations (6 credits) A course integrating the various competencies of interpersonal relations into the school leader’s repertoire. Student’s skills in collecting and managing the flow of information, motivating others, becoming sensitive to human needs and concerns, and communicating effectively in both oral and written modalities will be refined within the context of course activities. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 5200 - Emerging Perspectives Influencing the School (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 or ELPA 6100 . Course will critically analyze philosophical and cultural issues reflective of the local, regional, national, and global social contexts of which the schools are a part. Students will learn legal and regulatory applications of school leadership. Budget planning, development, and implementation will be examined as a logical outgrowth of environmental context influencing schools. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 5300 - Professional Needs of Individuals and Groups (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 /ELPA 5200 or ELPA 6100 /ELPA 6200 Course increases student knowledge of measurement and evaluation of school outcomes; student guidance and development; adult learner development and learning patterns; foundations of the field of continuing professional development. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 5400 - Developing Learners Through Instructional Leadership (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 , ELPA 5200 , ELPA 5300 , or ELPA 6100 , ELPA 6200 , ELPA 6300 . Course will address skills and competencies necessary for formulating goals with individuals or groups; planning for organizational change; planning and scheduling resource allocation and utilization; planning, developing, and implementing instructional programs, and assessing school curricula within a changing environment. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 5500 - Implementation Strategies: Making It Happen (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 , ELPA 5200 , ELPA 5300 , ELPA 5400 or ELPA 6100 , ELPA 6200 , ELPA 6300 , ELPA 6400 . Course will approach problem resolution as logical outgrowth of problem analysis, judgment formulation, plan implementation, task delegation, and resource management. Students will learn how to facilitate sound decision-making within the entire school community. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 5600 - Shaping the Quality and Character of the Institution (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 , ELPA 5200 , ELPA 5300 , ELPA 5400 , ELPA 5500 or ELPA 6100 , ELPA 6200 , ELPA 6300 , ELPA 6400 , ELPA 6500 . Course will focus on relationships between public policy and education; recognizing policy issues; and relating policy initiatives to student welfare. Students will develop an understanding of the importance of sound planning in maintaining school, community, and media relations. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6010 - Leadership for Lifelong Learning (3 credits) This seminar focuses on current practices in educational leadership as they relate to the organization and administration of educational programs serving diverse populations. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of the educational leader in promoting the concept of lifelong learning in the organization and the politics of education. (fall, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6020 - Seminar in Educational Supervision (3 credits) An examination of problems and issues in supervision. Emphasizes evolving concepts of supervision and strategies and practices of promoting instructional change. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6030 - Instructional Leadership (3 credits) An examination of major areas of curriculum study. Emphasizes current trends in curriculum development and implementation. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6100 - Interpersonal Relations (6 credits) A course integrating the various competencies of interpersonal relations into the school leader’s repertoire. Student’s skills in collecting and managing the flow of information, motivating others, becoming sensitive to human needs and concerns, and communicating effectively in both oral and written modalities will be refined within the context of course activities. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6200 - Emerging Perspectives Influencing the School (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 or ELPA 6100 . Course will critically analyze philosophical and cultural issues reflective of the local, regional, national, and global social contexts of which the schools are a part. Students will learn legal and regulatory applications of school leadership. Budget planning, development, and implementation will be examined as a logical outgrowth of environmental context influencing schools. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6220 - Specialist Seminar (1 credit) Prerequisites: ELPA 6450 , ELPA 6954 , ELPA 6951 , ELPA 6872 , or CUAI 5281, ELPA 6452 . This seminar is one of the required leadership core courses. The course should not be taken before 30 credits of the educational specialist program have been completed. The course must be completed during the period of residency with the approval of the student’s advanced graduate advisory committee chair. The seminar provides students with the opportunity to complete and present the results of their culminating project for the Ed.S. degree. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6300 - Professional Needs of Individuals and Groups (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 /ELPA 5200 or ELPA 6100 /ELPA 6200 Course increases student knowledge of measurement and evaluation of school outcomes; student guidance and development; adult learner development and learning patterns; foundations of the field of continuing professional development. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6400 - Developing Learners Through Instructional Leadership (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 , ELPA 5200 , ELPA 5300 , or ELPA 6100 , ELPA 6200 , ELPA 6300 . Course will address skills and competencies necessary for formulating goals with individuals or groups; planning for organizational change; planning and scheduling resource allocation and utilization; planning, developing, and implementing instructional programs, and assessing school curricula within a changing environment. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6450 - Leadership Studies (3 credits) The purpose of this seminar is to develop a more in-depth understanding of theory and research related to the study of leadership. Although there will be a brief review of traditional theories from traditional approaches (trait, behavioral, etc.) through contemporary approaches (situational, transformational, symbolic, etc.), the focus of this class is on “cuttingedge” ideas. Students are strongly encouraged to explore nontraditional approaches to thinking about how leadership can be conceptualized, explored, and understood, as well as how to relate their ideas to current models. Emphasis will be given to student-initiated exploration of themes which underlie leadership. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6451 - Strategic Planning and School-Based Decision-Making (3 credits) An examination of the theory behind strategic planning and schoolbased management and an examination of the implementation of the concepts in America’s schools. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6452 - Effective Organizational Cultures (3 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 6450 or permission of instructor. Students will study the elements that contribute to the development of effective organizational. The course will focus on the critical importance of leadership in creating organizational cultures and will stress the importance of developing a shared vision within the organization. Students will learn strategies for developing organizational cultures that promote reflection, action, and the continuous improvement of performance. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6453 - Ethics for Educational Leaders (3 credits) The purpose of this seminar is to develop a more in-depth understanding of ethical theories and ideas relevant to the educational leader. The course provides an opportunity for self-examination of personal views, beliefs and values and the impact of those thoughts on personal leadership development. The course provides a historical perspective to the development of ethical thought, the evolution of ethical thinking through the centuries, and consideration of current ethical decision-making and dilemmas for leaders. The course qualifies as a guided elective in Educational Leadership for doctoral students in all concentrations except the administrative endorsement. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6500 - Implementation Strategies: Making It Happen (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 , ELPA 5200 , ELPA 5300 , ELPA 5400 or ELPA 6100 , ELPA 6200 , ELPA 6300 , ELPA 6400 . Course will approach problem resolution as logical outgrowth of problem analysis, judgment formulation, plan implementation, task delegation, and resource management. Students will learn how to facilitate sound decision-making within the entire school community. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6555 - Reflective Practice I (3 credits) Corequisites: CUAI 5215 . This course involves fieldwork under the guidance of a mentor who has achieved certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. The mentor and student will collaboratively plan and implement a plan of professional development that will lead to the development of the NBPTS portfolio. Much of the collaborative work will occur in the school of the student, although periodic seminars will be held. A secondary focus of the course will be on the mentoring process and the essential elements in an effective mentor/student relationship. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6556 - Reflective Practice II (3 credits) Prerequisites: CUAI 5215 and ELPA 6555 ; Corequisites: CUAI 5216 . This course is a continuation of ELPA 6555 , involves work under the guidance of a mentor who has achieved certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. The mentor and student will continue to implement a plan of professional development that will lead to the development of the NBPTS portfolio. Much of the collaborative work will occur in the school of the student, although periodic seminars will be held. Students will present their portfolios to their colleagues and complete practice assessments that parallel the National Board Certification Process. Additional emphasis will be given to the role of mentoring in fostering school-based professional development. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6558 - Innovative Practices in Classroom Leadership (3 credits) This seminar is designed to acquaint students with innovative practices related to leadership in schools that promote classroom instruction. Class sessions will include participation of innovative teacher-leaders from different school systems. The topics for this seminar will change from semester to semester but will include topics of current relevance to classroom teachers. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6560 - Small Group Leadership (3 credits) Through activities in this course students will explore their leadership skills specifically related to forming compatible, achieving groups capable of completing tasks to complement the organizational vision. Students will examine the classic and contemporary literature on topics affecting groups such as conflict, collaboration, negotiation, power issues, decision-making, compromise strategies, and team-building. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6561 - Organization Development (3 credits) The principal purpose of this seminar is to show the process by which planned change occurs in educational organizations through the application of behavioral science knowledge. The focus of organizational development is on the ability of organization members to diagnose and solve their own problems. Organizational development addresses a broad range of topics, including the effects of change, the methods of organizational change, and the factors influencing organizational development success. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6563 - The Adult Learner (3 credits) This course is designed to acquaint students with the development of adult learning and education in this country and the resulting social, political, and economic implications. Students analyze theory, research, and practice as a basis for improving the learning environments of formal and nonformal adult education programs. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6581 - Internship in Educational Leadership (3 credits) This course involves fieldwork under the direction of a practicing organizational leader. The supervising faculty member from the department serves as a liaison between the university and professionals at the placement site. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6600 - Shaping the Quality and Character of the Institution (6 credits) Prerequisites: ELPA 5100 , ELPA 5200 , ELPA 5300 , ELPA 5400 , ELPA 5500 or ELPA 6100 , ELPA 6200 , ELPA 6300 , ELPA 6400 , ELPA 6500 . Course will focus on relationships between public policy and education; recognizing policy issues; and relating policy initiatives to student welfare. Students will develop an understanding of the importance of sound planning in maintaining school, community, and media relations. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6720 - Supervisory Techniques (3 credits) A basic course for special and general supervisors and supervising principals with emphasis on a multidimensional approach to supervision. Related application of theory to practice. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6810 - Theories of Administration (3 credits) Includes the history and development of major administrative theories. Emphasizes the use of these theories in administering an organization. (spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6820 - Law for Organizational Leaders (3 credits) Includes history of legal provisions for public education in the United States and school legislation in Tennessee. In a seminar setting, the class identifies and analyzes trends in legislation, case law, precedent, and interpretation as these factors influence and are influenced by the changing role of education in modern life. Emphasizes, but is not limited to, the school law of Tennessee and neighboring states. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6830 - School Housing and Transportation (3 credits) Emphasis on planning, financing, and utilizing the school plant. Consideration is given to forms and surfaces, flexibility, machines and furniture, and equipment. Operation and administration of transportation are included. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6841 - School Finance and Business Methods (3 credits) Federal, state, and local financing of schools; equalization of education opportunity; sources of school revenue; school budgets; and business methods of accounting are included. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6861 - Human Resource Management (3 credits) Course deals with human resource problems of staff and students from the administrator’s point of view: records, test score use, assignment, recruitment, professional negotiations, insurance, fringe benefits, guidance programs, etc. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6870 - Field Research in Educational Leadership (3 credits) Prerequisites: EDFN 5950 or equivalent. Students will take an active part in the collection and analysis of research data of importance to educational leaders. Students will also take an active part in the writing of research reports and dissemination of findings. Students should check with the instructor prior to enrolling in this course. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6872 - Technology Applications for Educational Leaders (3 credits) The course is designed to provide the student with state-of-the-art knowledge of computer technology related to administration, research, statistics, peripheral interfaces, personal productivity, and basic programming in administration and management. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6874 - Current Issues in Distance Education (3 credits) This Internetbased seminar will explore a variety of current issues in distance education, including: teaching and learning theory; faculty concerns; curriculum; technical delivery systems; organization and administration; copyright regulations; student profiles and reactions; and consortial efforts to deliver distance education programs. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6901 - Independent Study in Educational Administration (1-3 credits) This course provides for independent study under the direction of an appropriate faculty member. Significant research required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6902 - Independent Study in Educational Supervision (1-3 credits) This course provides for independent study under the direction of an appropriate faculty member. Significant research required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6903 - Independent Study in Curriculum Development (1-3 credits) This course provides for independent study under the direction of an appropriate faculty member. Significant research required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6904 - Independent Study in Personnel and Guidance (1-3 credits) This course provides for independent study under the direction of an appropriate faculty member. Significant research required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6908 - Independent Study in the Administration of Higher Education (1-3 credits) This course provides for independent study under the direction of an appropriate faculty member. Significant research required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6951 - Seminar in Research Analysis and Interpretation (3 credits) Prerequisites: EDFN 5950 or equivalent. This seminar provides a forum for discussion of current research relevant to educational leaders. Students will learn the principles of research interpretation through an examination of the current literature and will concurrently learn to conduct appropriate analyses of research data using computer technology. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6952 - Action Research (3 credits) Prerequisites: EDFN 5950 or equivalent. This course introduces the methods and concepts of action research. Action research is presented as a reflective process used by practicing classroom teachers to identify and solve problems of importance in the classroom. Action research is approached as a professional development activity that allows teachers to discover the complexities in teaching and offers suggestions for improving learning. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6953 - Policy Analysis (3 credits) The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of the process by which policy is formulated, analyzed, implemented, and evaluated. The focus will be on such actions as undertaken by policy analysts in and out of government. The methodological issues and techniques used to accommodate the major social, economic political, an behavioral aspects of policy analysis in an organizational context will be discussed. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6954 - Educational Program Evaluation (3 credits) Prerequisites: EDFN 5950 or equivalent. This course prepares students as critical, reflective evaluators of educational programs. Students are provided an introduction to the many activities associated with development, implementation, and assessment of educational program evaluation. They subsequently demonstrate their knowledge of evaluation methodology and design by formulating and implementing an evaluation plan for an existing educational program. Students present their evaluation plans and outcomes during class for critical analysis and assessment. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 6955 - Grant and Proposal Development (3 credits) This course examines the possibilities for additional funding through grant development. Students use newsletters, foundation and government publications, as well as the Internet, to locate sources of funding. Interviews are conducted with persons who have had previous success in receiving grant funding. The course also emphasizes refinement of writing skills, development of an organizational vision, goal-setting, political realities, and public relations techniques. Budget development with software options as well as audit protocol will also be explored. Presentation and team-building skills are another critical dimension to successful grant funding and implementation. (spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ELPA 7110 - Community Colleges in the United States (3 credits) This course emphasizes the history, philosophy, and contemporary nature of community colleges in terms of organization and administration, students, faculty, curriculum and instruction, finance, and issues and trends. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes

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ECED 5334 - Social Development of Young Children

ECED 5335 - Assessing and Evaluating Young Children

ECED 5336 - Advanced Creative Development

ECED 5344 - Family and Community Relationships

ECED 5345 - Research in Early Childhood Education

ECED 5347 - Technology and Media in Inclusive Early Childhood Education

ECED 5352 - Theories of Play

ECED 5356 - Language and Literacy Development of Young Children

ECED 5357 - Management and Administration of Early Childhood Programs

ECED 5417 - Curriculum Development for Young Children

ECED 5517 - Family-School-Community Relations

ECED 5520 - Programs for Young Children

ECED 5570 - Practicum in Early Childhood Education

ECED 5580 - Student Teaching and Seminar in Early Childhood Education (PreK-3)

ECED 6100 - Historical and Theoretical Basis for Early Childhood Education

ECED 6200 - Implications and Current Trends in Typical and Atypical Development of Young Children

ECED 6300 - Social and Cultural Diversity in Children and their Families

ECED 6400 - Seminar in Professional Development and Leadership

ECED 6600 - Processes of Language and Literacy Learning

ECED 6610 - The Teaching and Learning Environment: Impact on Children, Families, and Teachers

ECED 6620 - Leadership Roles, Administration, and Supervision in Early Childhood Education

ECED 6630 - Paradigms of Inquiry-Based Constructivism

ECED 6640 - Critical Analysis of Brain Research and Creativity Theory

ECED 7000 - Apprenticeship in Research

ECED 7001 - Apprenticeship in University Teaching

ECED 7002 - Apprenticeship in Development of Teachers

ECED 7003 - Apprenticeship in Early Intervention

ECED 7004 - Apprenticeship in Early Childhood Leadership

ECED 7814 - Analysis and Interpretation of Research Designs

ECED 7950 - Advanced Research in Early Childhood Education and Seminar

ECED 7960 - Dissertation

ECON 5000 - Essentials of Economics

ECON 5010 - Essentials of Statistics

ECON 5317 - Health Care Economics

ECON 5327 - Labor Economics

ECON 5337 - Government Finance and Public Choice

ECON 5447 - Urban and Regional Economics

ECON 5457 - Industrial Organization and Regulation

ECON 5510 - Current Social and Economic Issues

ECON 5527 - International Economics

ECON 5900 - Independent Study in Economics

ECON 5957 - Topics in Economics

EDFN 5000 - History and Philosophy of Education

EDFN 5010 - Interdisciplinary Seminar

EDFN 5050 - Social and Political Influences on Schools

EDFN 5400 - Current Issues in Education Seminar

EDFN 5405 - The Profession of Teaching

EDFN 5410 - Foundations in Education

EDFN 5411 - Exploring Schools

EDFN 5420 - Foundations in Education: Building a Community of Learners

EDFN 5950 - Methods of Research

EDFN 6730 - Foundations: Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Education

EDFN 6906 - Independent Study in Foundations of Education

ELPA 5100 - Interpersonal Relations

ELPA 5200 - Emerging Perspectives Influencing the School

ELPA 5300 - Professional Needs of Individuals and Groups

ELPA 5400 - Developing Learners Through Instructional Leadership

ELPA 5500 - Implementation Strategies: Making It Happen

ELPA 5600 - Shaping the Quality and Character of the Institution

ELPA 6010 - Leadership for Lifelong Learning

ELPA 6020 - Seminar in Educational Supervision

ELPA 6030 - Instructional Leadership

ELPA 6100 - Interpersonal Relations

ELPA 6200 - Emerging Perspectives Influencing the School

ELPA 6220 - Specialist Seminar

ELPA 6300 - Professional Needs of Individuals and Groups

ELPA 6400 - Developing Learners Through Instructional Leadership

ELPA 6450 - Leadership Studies

ELPA 6451 - Strategic Planning and School-Based Decision-Making

ELPA 6452 - Effective Organizational Cultures

ELPA 6453 - Ethics for Educational Leaders

ELPA 6500 - Implementation Strategies: Making It Happen

ELPA 6555 - Reflective Practice I

ELPA 6556 - Reflective Practice II

ELPA 6558 - Innovative Practices in Classroom Leadership

ELPA 6560 - Small Group Leadership

ELPA 6561 - Organization Development

ELPA 6563 - The Adult Learner

ELPA 6581 - Internship in Educational Leadership