Educational Administration
EA 743. SPECIAL STUDIES IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION 1-3 HRS. (Prerequisite, course scheduled by arrangement and intended for use in advanced stages of a program. Consent of instructor required.) Course permits individualized approach to study of current educational administrative problems of local concern. Process includes written identification of problem, approach and findings of the study concluded by final oral examination.
EA 750. TECHNOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS IN SCHOOL LEADERSHIP 1 HR. This course will focus on use and applications of technology in school leadership. Included in this course are several topics such as knowledge of computers and how they function, knowledge of software packages as a tool for data storage and analysis, knowledge of software packages as tools for management and organizational improvement, use of technology for time and use of technology in resource management.
EA 773. ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY FOR TEACHERS & ADMINISTRATORS 3 HRS. An advanced course in educational psychology focusing upon those issues of particular importance to school administrators and curriculum leaders. Topics to be covered include human development, cognitive and personality development, learning theory, behaviorism, cognitivism, intelligence, diversity, teaching models and motivation.
EA 811. SUPERVISION AND EVALUATION 3 HRS. Supervision and evaluation is a required graduate level course focusing on criteria for effective instruction, techniques for effective supervision which promotes teacher professional growth, and teacher evaluation.
EA 830. SCHOOL LEADERSHIP THEORY 3 HRS. This course contains an overview of the research, theory, and practice that relate to a school leader's responsibility to develop and maintain healthy organizations and to create an organizational culture that promotes creativity and performance. Topics include major contemporary theorists, leadership and empowerment, leadership and diversity issues, leadership for change, schools as unique social systems and complex organizations, and issues related to the changing values and attitudes of professionals and the community about schools.
EA 849. EDUCATIONAL LAW AND REGULATIONS 3 HRS. A detailed study of Kansas school law and regulations will be made as they apply to education. Consideration is given to statutes, court decisions, and case law that effect changing administrative procedures and patterns.
EA 853. RESEARCH PROBLEMS IN EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION 1-6 HRS. (Prerequisite, course scheduled by arrangement and intended for use in advanced stages of program. Approval of project and consent of advisor is required.) With individual direction student selects and pursues the investigation of special problems in educational administration not ordinarily studied in regular courses.
EA 875. BUILDING LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP I IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION 1-2 HRS. This course will present an opportunity for those in first-year, building-level administration positions to reflect on new job experiences, interact with peers, and actively seek professional improvement on each of the six identified leadership standards. Students successfully completing all aspects of the internship will be recommended for professional licensure in the state of Kansas. EA 875 is the first (Fall) of a two semester practicum. Student must complete EA Building Leadership Non-Degree program and secure employment as a building level administrator prior to enrollment in EA 875.
EA 876. BUILDING LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP II IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION 1-2 HRS. This course will present an opportunity for those in first-year, building-level administration positions to reflect on new job experiences, interact with peers, and acitvely seek professional improvement on each of the six identified leadership standards. Students successfully completing all aspects of the internship will be recommended for professional licensure in the state of Kansaas. EA 8976 is the second (Spring) of a two semester practicum. Student must complete EA Building Masters or Non-Degree Leadership program and EA 875 Building Level Internship I prior to enrolling this course.
EA 877. PROGRAM LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP I IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION 1-2 HRS. This course will present an opportunity for those in first-year, program-level administration positions to reflect on new job experiences, interact with peers, and actively seek professional improvement on each of the six identified leadership standards. Students successfully completing all aspects of the internship will be recommended for professional licensure in the state of Kansas. EA 877 is the first (Fall) of a two semester practicum. Student must complete EA Program Leadership Non-Degree program and secure employment in the license area prior to enrollment in EA 877.
EA 878. PROGRAM LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP II IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION 1-2 HRS. This course will present an opportunity for those in first-year, program-level administration positions to reflect on new job experiences, interact with peers, and actively seek professional improvement on each of the six identified leadership standards. Students successfully completing all aspect of the internship will be recommended for professional lecensure in the state of Kansas. This class is the second (Spring) of a two semester practicum. Student must complete the EA 877 Program Level Internship I prior to enrolling in this course.
EA 885. HUMAN RELATIONS AND GROUP PROCESSES IN EDUCATION 2 HRS. This course is designed to provide educators with essential interpersonal skills for success in relating to others, encouraging productive participation in decision making, and managing conflict effectively.
EA 888. SCHOOL SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT 3 HRS. This course will focus on methods of managing today's schools. Particular attention will be directed to each distinct sub-system within the school and district organization. Managerial skills that are inherent in day-to-day practices will also be studied.
EA 896. PRACTICUM I IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION: BUILDING LEVEL- FALL 1-4 HRS. Enrollment in this course is concurrent with specified core courses in the educational administration program. Students will be engaged in major field projects and experiences associated with the primary areas of content under the supervision of a mentor administrator and a university supervisor. An integral part of the field experiences will place emphasis on application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluative levels of learning through simulated activities. Student must complete EA Building Leadership program and secure advisor or department chair approval prior to August start date.
EA 897. PRACTICUM II IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION: BUILDING LEVEL- SPRING 4 HRS. Enrollment in this course is concurrent with specified core courses in the educational administration program. Students will be engaged in major field projects and experiences associated with the primary areas of content under the supervision of a mentor administrator and a university supervisor. An integral part of the field experiences will place emphasis on application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluative levels of learning through simulated activities. Student must complete EA Building Level Leadership Program and EA 896 Building Level Leadership Practicum I prior to enrolling in this course.
EA 941. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN SCHOOL LEADERSHIP 3 HRS. This course is concerned with ten basic principles accepted in the fiscal and business management of all aspects of the administration of education. Consideration is given to sources of fiscal support, methods of management, program accounting and cost accounting. Course required for students in District Level Leadership licensure program.
EA 984. EDUCATIONAL BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES 3 HRS. A study of the basic principles of educational facility planning. Particular emphasis is given to the relationship between the educational facilities and the educational programs they must accommodate. An examination is made of the broad steps necessary to logically plan, construct, and occupy new educational facilities. Field trips are incorporated as an integral part of course. Course required for students in District Level Leadership licensure program.
EA 986. DISTRICT SCHOOL LEADERSHIP 3 HRS. Course designed for aspiring chief school administrators. Includes theory and practice of district-level administrative leadership, school board-administrator relationships and advanced planning and fiscal accounting. Course required for students in District Leadership Level licensure program.
EA 995. DISTRICT LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP I IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION 1-2 HRS. This course will present an opportunity for those in first-year, district-level administration positions to relfect on new job experiences, interact with peers, and actively seek professional improvement on each of the six identified leadership standards. Students successfully completing all aspects of the internship will be recommended for professional licensure in the state of Kansas. EA 995 is the first (Fall) of a two semester internship. Student must complete EA District Level Leadership Non-Degree program and secure employment as a district administrator prior to enrollment in EA 995.
EA 996. DISTRICT LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP II IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION 1-2 HRS. This course will present an opportunity for those in first-year, district-level administration positions to relfect on new job experiences, interact with peers, and actively seek professional improvement on each of the six identified leadership standards. Students successfully completing all aspects of the internship will be recommended for professional licensure in the state of Kansas. EA 996 is the second (Spring) of a two semester internship. Student must complete EA Non-Degree District Level Leadership program and EA 995 District Level Internship I prior to enrolling in this course.
EA 997. PRACTICUM I IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION: DISTRICT LEVEL--FALL 3 HRS. The primary areas of content will focus on communication, planning, organizing and facilitating, problem solving, decision making and conflict management. Secondary emphasis will be placed on content covered in leadership courses leading to the practicum experience. Students will engage in major field projects and experiences associated with the primary and secondary areas of content under the supervision of a mentor administrator and a university supervisor. Seminars are an integral part of the field experiences and will place emphasis on application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluative levels of learning. Student must complete EA District Leadership Non-Degree program and secure advisor or department chair approval prior to August start date.
EA 998. PRACTICUM II IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION: DISTRICT LEVEL--SPRING 3 HRS. The primary areas of content will focus on communication, planning, organizing and facilitating, problem solving, decision making and conflict management. Secondary emphasis will be placed on content covered in leadership courses leading to the practicum experience. Students will engage in major field projects and experiences associated with the primary and secondary areas of content under the supervision of a mentor administrator and a university supervisor. Seminars are an integral part of the field experiences and will place emphasis on application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluative levels of learning. Student must complete EA District Level Leadership program and EA 997 District Leadership Level Practicum I prior to enrolling in this course.
Last Updated January 16, 2008