08-09 Graduate Catalog/w pics - University of Louisiana at Monroe

GRADUATE COURSES 119
emphasize the practice of leadership in the school culture, instructional settings, curriculum,
team activities, decision-making, communication, and learning communities. F, Sp
510. BEST PRACTICES IN LEADERSHIP, TEACHING AND LEARNING. 3 cr. Introductory course
in Tier 2 of Educational Leadership preparation. Includes study of the administrative process,
administrative behavior, social systems, systems analysis, and the development and
implementation of collaborative visions designed to enhance student learning at all levels. F,
Sum I
515. LEGAL, ETHICAL AND REGULATORY ISSUES. 3 cr. A requirement for Teacher Leader
certification providing a basis for further study for Educational Leadership and other programs.
Local, state, and federal statutory, constitutional and case laws, rulings, and opinions affecting
education, legal and ethical responsibilities of school personnel , and application of provisions
for special students. F, Sum I
520. SYSTEMS DESIGN IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION FOR EDUCATIONAL LEADERS.
3 cr. Utilization of best assessment practices to make evaluative judgments about a school’s
strengths and needs in aligning practices and curriculum to the mission of insuring success for
all learners. Curriculum, instruction, and assessment are among the subsystems examined. F,
Sum I
530. INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP AND SCHOOL CLIMATE. 3 cr. Initiates vision of leadership
development by integrating elements of the teaching/learning process (planning) with basic
leadership skills of communication and motivation. Effects of personal value system on
leadership and relationship to ethical practice linked to professional development activities for
personnel and appropriate learning outcomes for all students. F, Sum I
535. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION FOR EDUCATIONAL LEADERS. 3 cr. Provides a framework
for examining issues and tends in curriculum development. Using data from high-stakes
testing, candidates participate in prioritizing, mapping, and monitoring curriculum to insure the
success of all learners. Alignment of course content to state standards and assessment and how
to know the curriculum is being taught are key components. Sum II, Sp
540. INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP PRACTICES. 3 cr. Development of instructional leadership
skills for analyzing effective teaching/learning behaviors and understanding diversity issues in a
multicultural school and community. Assessment of instructional practices through classroom
observation, teacher interview, and student disaggregated data with teacher feedback are key
course components. Sum II, Sp
545. MANAGING SCHOOL AND DISTRICT RESOURCES. 3 cr. Applies to school leaders at all
levels. Administrative and supervisory responsibilities as they relate to finance, buildings and
facilities, transportation and other auxiliary programs are explored and practiced. Major
emphasis is on finance. Candidates will apply financial knowledge and skills. Sum II, Sp
550. PRACTICE OF SCHOOL AND DISTRICT LEADERSHIP. 3 cr. Applies to school leaders at all
level. Administrative and supervisory responsibilities are explored with major emphasis on
clinical and field-based activities. Candidates will effectively apply content knowledge in
problem-based situations. Sum II, Sp
The following internships are assessed a $200.00 field experience fee
555. EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP I. 3 cr. Capstone experience for all candidates
seeking administrative certification. Supervised experience in multiple settings beginning before
school starts (EDLE 555) and ending after school ends (EDLE 560). Supervision provided by
school district mentor and a university faculty member. Includes planned, problem-based
experiences including a minimum of 120 clock hours on-site work in 14 specified areas. Two
major projects will be completed each semester. (EDLE 555 FALL semester only). $200 field
experience fee.
560. EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP II. 3 cr. Capstone experience for all candidates
seeking administrative certification. Supervised experience in multiple settings beginning before
school starts (EDLE 555) and ending after school ends (EDLE 560). Supervision provided by
school district mentor and a university faculty member. Includes planned, problem-based
experiences including a minimum of 120 clock hours on-site work in 14 specified areas. Two
major projects will be completed each semester. (EDLE 560 SPRING semester only). Candidate
must obtain a passing score on the SLLA Examination prior to receiving credit for Internship II.
$200 field experience fee.