DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

Kermit G. Buckner, Chairperson, 102-C Speight

MAED IN EDUCATION AL SUPERVISION (LEVEL I)

The program for preparation of school supervisors is characterized by flexibility, individualization, and personalization to allow for differences in the capabilities, experiences, and educational backgrounds of candidates. Provision is made for the determination of entry-level competencies, the development of individualized courses of study based on initial competencies, and exit evaluation to ensure minimum-level competencies for job entry and licensure.

For the degree in supervision (Curriculum-Instructional Specialist I Certificate), the candidate must hold a North Carolina initial certificate and must complete a minimum of 33 s.h. of course work.

MSA

The master of school administration  degree program leads to licensure in both administration and supervision  (curriculum instructional specialist), level I.  The program is designed to produce school leaders who will promote quality learning.  Five areas of leadership studies comprise the degree program: strategic, managerial, organizational, political, and instructional.  MBA students interested in pursuing the MBA with the school business management option must take LEED 6804, 6807, 7408, and 7470 as electives in the MBA program.  A certificate of completion will be issued by the School of Education.  Other graduate students interested in taking these electives must confer with the program director of the respective schools.  Ongoing assessment, problem-based learning, and practica experiences are special features of the 38 s.h. program.  Principal fellowships for qualified candidates help support full-time study.

EDS IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION

The School of Education offers a sixth-year program in educational administration and supervision.  For admission to the Graduate School for the purpose of pursuing the educational specialist degree and licensure as Administrator II, a master's degree and licensure as Administrator I are required. For admission to the Graduate School for the purpose of pursuing the educational specialist degree and licensure as Curriculum-Instructional Specialist II, a master's degree and licensure as Curriculum-Instructional Specialist I are required.

EDD IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

The doctor of education degree  (EdD) is offered by the School of Education under the direction of the Department of Educational Leadership.  There are two concentration areas in the degree, one in school upper-level administration (K-12) and another in higher education administration. 

A master's degree with a minimum 3.5 GPA in all graduate work is required for admission, along with a successful  score on the Graduate Record Examinations or the Miller Analogy Test.  For further information, contact the coordinator of the program.  An interview is required.

A total of 60 s.h. beyond the master's degree is required for completion of the school upper-level administration  concentration, distributed as follows: 24 s.h. leadership core, 12 s.h. research; 12 s.h. approved minor; 6 s.h. internship; 6 s.h. dissertation.  A maximum of 12 s.h. credit may be approved for transfer.

The higher education administration concentration requires a minimum of 60 s.h. beyond the master's degree.  The hours are distributed as follows: 18 s.h. required courses, 18 s.h. approved minor, 12 s.h. research, 6 s.h internship, and 6 s.h. dissertation. A maximum of 12 s.h. credit may be approved for transfer.

The program requires one full year of residency and the completion of a research-based dissertation.  Information about fellowships is available from the program office.

LEED: Educational Leadership

6000. Leadership and Communication (3) For teachers providing educational leadership. Importance of effective communication. Skills and knowledge needed to speak, write, and listen effectively.

6334. Home, School, and Community: The Communication Process (3) P: Admission to Graduate School. Principles, practices, and problems of home, school, and community relations.

6800. Theory and Application of Technology for Administrators (3) Introduction to technology that provides greater efficiency and productivity. Theoretical basis and instruction and practice in administrative and managerial software in K-12 educational facilities.

6801. Strategic Problem Solving (3) P: Admission to MSA program. Educational problems solved using strategic problem-solving processes. Emphasis on retrieving, evaluating, and synthesizing research as applied to educational programs.

6802. Reflecting and Communicating About Educational Issues (3) P: Admission to MSA program. Current educational issues from variety of perspectives. Effective communication of those issues in oral, written, and multi-media modes.

6803. Ethical and Legal Decision-Making for Teachers (3) Not open to educational leadership students. Study fundaments in school law and ethical and moral decision making for school teachers.

6804. The Law, Policy, and Politics of Education (3) P: Admission to MSA program. Influence of laws, educational policies, and power structures of communities on goals and operations of schools.

6805. Ethical and Societal Aspects of Educational Leadership (3) P: Admission to MSA program. Personal values, understanding of core values of society, and sensitivity to societal dimensions of educational decision making.

6806. Managing Organizational Change (3) P: Admission to MSA program. Process of changing and improving complex educational organizations. Application of variety of planning and organizational development processes.

6807. School-Based Management (3) P: Admission to MSA program. Essential elements of school quality that impact program operations. Relationships of schools to other agencies. Leadership in securing support for schools.

6808, 6809. Administration and Supervision Internship: Level 1 (4,4) 2-semester internship. P: Admission to MSA program. Joint supervision of public school leader(s) and university supervisor.

6820. Advanced Technology for School Administrators (3) P: LEED 6800 or equivalent or consent of instructor. Research, theories, and practical use of advanced technology for curriculum, student, and fiscal management. Decision making and other administrative applications.

6823, 6824. Learning Centered Leadership (3,3) P: Admission to MSA program. Essential elements of quality learning and school-based visionary leadership. Improvement of curriculum and instruction through application of appropriate leadership styles and models.

6830. Teacher Leadership (3) P: Admission to MAEd program. Essential elements of teacher leadership and shared decision making. Application of knowledge to organize teams and solve school problems.

6993, 6994. Curriculum Instructional Specialist Internship: Level I (3) Full-time or on-the-job experience. Supervised by instructional leader of recognized capability.

7000. Thesis (3) May be repeated. May count maximum of 3 s.h.

7408. Public School Administration (3) Advanced course based on administrative principles and techniques encountered by superintendents in NC schools.

7410. Staff Personnel Problems (2) Underlying philosophy of personnel administration case studies and problems. Relations to local and state administrative authority. Teacher participation in administration, selection of teachers, and orientation of new teacher. Programs for professional growth in service, teacher's relation to  community, merit schedules, salary schedules, and relations within  schools.

7411. Problems in Educational Administration (2) For advanced school administration students with administrative experience. Research school administration problem and presentation of results for critical analysis and discussion.

7415. Introduction to Internal Evaluation in Education (3) Concepts of evaluation research. Emphases on theory and techniques of internal monitoring evaluations.

7420. Theories of Educational Administration (3) Theoretical dimensions.

7429. Problems in Educational Supervision (3) For practicing administrators and supervisors. Advanced research of selected problem in supervision and presentation of results for critical analysis and discussion.

7460. School and Community Cultures (3) Cultures and effective communication.

7470. School Business Management (3) For principals and superintendents. Background necessary for efficient school system operation. Based on philosophy that administration must facilitate instruction.

7472. Issues, Problems, Research in Education (2) International, national, and state levels. Emphasis on contemporary educational problems. Review of educational research for possible solutions.

7483. Advanced School Law (2) Indepth study of current educational problems. Emphasis on legal background.

7521, 7522, 7523. Directed Readings in Educational Leadership (2,2,2) Selected topics.

7991. Educational Leadership: Level I (4) P: Completion of 50 percent of courses in educational specialist degree; completion of two years' experience in a level-one administrative position; or consent of program coordinator. Observation and analysis of administration and instructional supervision at state and system level under guidance of experienced educational leaders.

7993. Educational Leadership Internship: Level II (4) Directed field study. P: Completion of 50 percent of courses in EdS degree; completion of two years' experience in a level-one administrative position; or consent of program coordinator. Supervised by department member.

8010. Organizational Theory and Culture (3) P: LEED 7408, 7420; or consent of instructor. Application of organizational theory in educational administration to social systems in education.

8015. Doctoral Seminar in Human Resource Development (3) P: Admission to doctoral program. Advanced study of theory, research, and exemplary practice in developing human resources in educational organizations.

8020. Politics and Power in Education (3) P: Admission to EdD in educational leadership program; LEED 7420. Formal process for developing educational policy through federal, state, and local governments. Involvement and power of elected officials, political parties, lobbyists, and media in developing policy, both formally and informally. Impact of social issues, economics, and other forces on educational policy development.

8025. Doctoral Seminar in Political and Social Issues in Educational Leadership (3) P: LEED 6407, 7408, 7420; or consent of instructor. Process through which political and social issues affect education.  Analysis of some contemporary issues that affect NC.

8027. Doctoral Seminar in Higher Education Law and Public Policy (3) P: Admission to EdD in educational leadership or consent of instructor. Legal system and how constitutional and case law impact higher education practices. Analysis of educational policy development at federal, state, and institutional levels.

8030. Educational Planning (3) P: Admission to EdD in educational leadership program. Concepts, strategies, and practices of educational planning utilized for school and school district leadership.

8035. Doctoral Seminar in Educational Leadership (3) P: LEED 6406, 6409; or equivalent. Advanced study of theory, research, and exemplary practice in  changing nature of educational leadership.

8040. Policy Development and Analysis (3) P: Admission to EdD in educational leadership program. Policy making and role of educational leader in policy development and implementation. Emphasis on skills used in policy analysis and policy development in education.

8045. Cases and Concepts in Educational Leadership (3) P: LEED 6406, 6409; or equivalent. Key concepts of educational leadership examined primarily through case study analysis.

8050. Ethics in Educational Leadership (3) P: LEED 7408, 7420; or consent of instructor. Applied ethics.

8055. Doctoral Seminar in Curriculum and Instruction (3) P: EDUC 6424 or equivalent. Advanced study of current theory and research in curriculum and instruction and their applications in educational settings.

8056. Doctoral Seminar in Curriculum Theory and Practice in Higher Education (3) P: Admission to EdD in educational leadership or consent of instructor. Curriculum theory as related to higher education programs and courses. Development of skills and knowledge required to implement higher education curricula.

8060. Program Evaluation (3) P: EDUC 6480 or equivalent. Theory and research on program evaluation. Techniques used in designing, implementing, and reporting program evaluations.

8991. Doctoral Internship: Leadership Practicum (3) P: Admission to doctoral program and approval of adviser. Advanced internship. Participation in series of structured and supervised field experiences at local, regional, and state levels.

8992. Doctoral Internship: Research Practicum (3) P: LEED 8991. Advanced internship. Indepth practical experience in educational organization. Completion of field study at site.

9000. Dissertation (3) May be repeated. May count maximum of 6 s.h.

LEED Banked Courses

6400. Seminar: Supervision (2)
6406. Elementary School Administration (2)
6407. Public School Finance (3)
6409. Secondary School Administration (3)
6428. Principles and Practices of Supervision (3)
6483. School Law (3)
6500. The Organization and Administration of the Middle School (3)
6991. Administrative Internship: Supervised Practicum (3)
6992. Administrative Internship: Seminar (3)
7400 Seminar–Administration (2)
7461 Planning School Buildings (3)
7992 Administrative Internship, Field Study–Level II (3)