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Educational Leadership
Department of Education
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EDLD 489R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
EDLD 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
EDLD 500 SEMINAR
EDLD 501 FOUNDATIONS OF ADULT EDUCATION
EDLD 503 COMMUNITY EDUCATION
EDLD 504 TEACHING AND LEARNING IN ADULT EDUCATION
EDLD 505 HIGHER EDUCATION HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY
EDLD 507 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
EDLD 508 SUPERVISION OF INSTRUCTION
EDLD 509 ISSUES AND TRENDS IN HIGHER EDUCATION
EDLD 510 ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF HIGHER EDUCATION
EDLD 511 PLANNING PROGRAM ASSESSMENT
EDLD 512 FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION
EDLD 513 RESOURCE AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
EDLD 515 PLANNED CHANGE
EDLD 520 COMMUNITY & SCHOOLS IN A PLURALISTIC SOCIETY
EDLD 524 INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
EDLD 525 INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL
EDLD 526 ORGANIZATION & SUPERVISION OF SCHOOL READING PROGRAMS
EDLD 528 COLLEGE STUDENTS
EDLD 529 POST SECONDARY DISTANCE DELIVERED EDUCATION
EDLD 530 COLLEGE TEACHING
EDLD 531 THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF COLLEGE STUDENTS
EDLD 532 MONTANA SCHOOL LAW
EDLD 533 LAW AND POLICY IN HIGHER EDUCATION
EDLD 535 STUDENT SERVICES
EDLD 537 INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT
EDLD 538 COLLEGE CURRICULUM
EDLD 543 SOCIAL JUSTICE IN EDUCATION
EDLD 555 MONTANA SCHOOL FINANCE
EDLD 564 THE COMPREHENSIVE PORTFOLIO
EDLD 570 INDEPENDENT STUDY
EDLD 571 IN-SERVICE EDUCATION
EDLD 574 FIELD EXPERIENCE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
EDLD 575 RESEARCH OR PROFESSIONAL PAPER/PROJECT
EDLD 576 INTERNSHIP
EDLD 580 SPECIAL TOPICS
EDLD 588 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
EDLD 589 GRADUATE CONSULTATION
EDLD 590 MASTER'S THESIS
EDLD 610 LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY
EDLD 620 THE SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT
EDLD 630 SUPERVISION AND INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP
EDLD 635 DATA DRIVEN DECISIONS
EDLD 645 PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT IN EDUCATION
EDLD 650 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: FINANCE AND FACILITIES
EDLD 655 LEGAL AND POLICY STUDIES
EDLD 690 DOCTORAL THESIS
EDLD 489R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE
ACTIVITY INSTRUCTION
F,S,Su 1 - 2 cr. RCT May be repeated. Max 4 cr.
COREQUISITE: EDLD 490.
-- Classroom instruction associated with directed undergraduate research/creative
activity projects.
EDLD 490R UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH/CREATIVE ACTIVITY
F,S,Su 1 - 6 cr. IND May be repeated. Max 12 cr.
-- Directed undergraduate research/creative activity which may culminate
in a research paper, journal article, or undergraduate thesis.
EDLD 500 SEMINAR
On Demand 1 cr. SEM 1 Maximum 3 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing or seniors by petition. Course prerequisites
as determined for each offering. Consent of instructor.
-- Topics offered at the graduate level which are not covered in regular
courses. Students participate in preparing and presenting discussion
material.
EDLD 501 FOUNDATIONS OF ADULT EDUCATION
F alternate years, to be offered even years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- A survey of the field and profession of adult education as part of
lifelong learning. Professionalism in adult education is approached
through the study of: related adult education; historical and philosophical
foundations; providers and programs; issues and trends.
EDLD 503 COMMUNITY EDUCATION
S On Demand 2 cr. LEC 2
PREREQUISITE: EDLD 501.
-- Emphasis on the historical and philosophical development, understanding
the concept, goals and objectives, emerging models and institutions
and agencies of community education.
EDLD 504 TEACHING AND LEARNING IN ADULT EDUCATION
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- This is a study of the adult learner, adult learning theories, and
teaching strategies appropriate for adult education strategies. Practice
teaching will be evaluated.
EDLD 505 HIGHER EDUCATION HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY
S alternate years, to be offered odd years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- This foundations course presents the historical and philosophical
development of American higher education against the background of political,
social, economic, cultural and intellectual issues from its founding
to the present.
EDLD 507 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
F alternate years, to be offered odd years, Su 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, BA/BS in Education.
-- This is the entry course for the K-12 Educational Leadership program.
Topics included are leadership theory and practice; instructional leadership;
basic organization theory; working with students, staff, parents, and
community; creating a vision and a strategic plan fro realizing the
vision; and the identification and initial development of leadership
skills, including a personal and professional code of ethics.
EDLD 508 SUPERVISION OF INSTRUCTION
S alternate years, to be offered even years, Su 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, BA/BS in Education.
-- This course emphasizes the improvement of teaching and learning.
There is emphasis on supervision of instruction, professional development,
creating a learning community, and leading schools to meet high academic
standards. School and staff accountability is also included.
EDLD 509 ISSUES AND TRENDS IN HIGHER EDUCATION
S alternate years, to be offered even years; 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- An examination of pressing contemporary issues facing higher education
administrators in the work place. The emphasis will be on analyzing
issues and addressing situations arising from these issues.
EDLD 510 ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF HIGHER
EDUCATION
S alternate years, to be offered even years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
-- In this course students will examine the different organizational
structures that characterize and govern American higher education. In
this introduction to the field of higher education governance, organization and change
structures and influences will be examined.
EDLD 511 PLANNING PROGRAM ASSESSMENT
F alternate years, to be offered odd years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: EDLD 506 and graduate standing.
-- This is a study of the literature, models, standards, strategies,
and skills needed to plan and implement the assessment of post secondary
educational programs, services, and administration for various internal
and external clients including accrediting agencies.
EDLD 512 FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION IN HIGHER
EDUCATION
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: EDLD 505 or consent of instructor.
-- The study of financial governance across higher education: from macro-systems
(national and state governing boards) to micro-systems (university,
college, and department). In the course, students assess the impact
of various decisions and levels of funding on students and an institution's
financial status.
EDLD 513 RESOURCE AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
S alternate years, to be offered odd years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- The study of program/department management in higher and adult education
for both academic and administrative support units. Includes issues
that deal with the management of faculty, support personnel, programs,
facilities and budgeting.
EDLD 515 PLANNED CHANGE
F,Su alternate years, to be offered odd years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: EDLD 540.
-- A study of the change process as applied to schools. Includes the
theory and process of change, research about change, roles and practice,
change models and systems, and leadership in school improvement planning
and implementation, and evaluation of changed systems.
EDLD 520 COMMUNITY & SCHOOLS IN A PLURALISTIC SOCIETY
S alternate years, to be offered odd years, Su 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, BA/BS in Education.
-- This course reviews the techniques for connecting the school with all
parents in a diverse community. Students will learn various curriculum
models that promote community involvement in teaching, community use
of school facilities, responding to community interests, and using the
news media. Developing effective communication with various cultural,
ethnic, racial, and special interest groups in the community will be
stressed along with issues of social justice.
EDLD 524 INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
F alternate years, to be offered even years, 3 cr. LEC 3
-- A study of principal leadership responsibilities in improving elementary school student achievement with focus on how principals impact their schools by shaping school goals; providing direction, structure, and organizational and social networks; by guiding school policies, procedures, curriculum and learning.
EDLD 525 INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL
S alternate years, to be offered odd years, 3 cr. LEC 3
-- A study of principal leadership responsibilities in improving student achievement at the high school level. The course focuses on improving secondary schools through collaborative leadership, effective learning communities, personalization, and curriculum and instruction which contribute directly to student learning.
EDLD 526 ORGANIZATION & SUPERVISION OF SCHOOL
READING PROGRAMS
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: EDEL 410 or EDSD 410.
-- The role of the supervisor or administrator in improving reading
instruction; different approaches to reading instruction; the purpose
and place of basal readers and children's literature; what research
indicates; what conditions promote effective reading instruction.
EDLD 528 COLLEGE STUDENTS
F alternate years, to be offered odd years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- This foundations course reviews theory and research on undergraduate
college students' learning, development, culture, demographics, and
sub-populations which inform current educational practice.
EDLD 529 POST SECONDARY DISTANCE DELIVERED EDUCATION
On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- Higher, Continuing, and Adult Education professionals will study
the literature, strategies, and practices involved in delivering post secondary education at a distance.
EDLD 530 COLLEGE TEACHING
S alternate years, to be offered odd years; Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- The study of the learning - teaching nexus, traditional and non-traditional
college-level teaching methods, the assessment of learning and teaching,
and faculty as teacher-researchers.
EDLD 531 THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF COLLEGE STUDENTS
F alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- This course will introduce the theories which have been advanced
regarding college students and the professional practice of student
affairs. The course will examine the similarities and differences among
college student and the impact which different environments and policies
may have on student psycho-social development, learning attitudes, values,
behaviors, and satisfaction with college.
EDLD 532 MONTANA SCHOOL LAW
F alternate years, to be offered even years; Su 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, BA/BS in Education.
-- A general examination of law and court
decisions relative to the administration of K-12 schools. Specific attention
is given to Montana school law.
EDLD 533 LAW AND POLICY IN HIGHER EDUCATION
F alternate years, to be offered even years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- Analysis and interpretation of landmark legislation affecting American
higher education since 1960 and the resulting policies that govern the
management of universities and colleges. Topics include: separation
of church and state, access, collective bargaining, intercollegiate
athletics, affirmative action, and relations with state and federal
governments.
EDLD 535 STUDENT SERVICES
S alternate years, to be offered odd years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: EDLD 510.
-- Students will examine philosophical, organizational and programmatic
aspects of post secondary student services and the ethical and legal
dimensions of student affairs professional practice.
EDLD 537 INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT
S alternate years, to be offered odd years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- Students will explore the roles of institutional research and assessment
in higher education identifying appropriate measures for academic and
administrative assessment, internal and external data sources, analytic
techniques, and the communication of information to academic and administrative
decision makers.
EDLD 538 COLLEGE CURRICULUM
S alternate years, to be offered even years, Su On Demand 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- This course considers the definition, philosophical and historical
roots, disciplinary organization, current issues, designs, administration,
and evaluation of the college curriculum.
EDLD 543 SOCIAL JUSTICE IN EDUCATION
Su even years, Su odd years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: EDEL 410 or EDSD 410.
-- Consideration of social equity issues in education to include disabilities,
gender, ethnic, social, and economic issues.
EDLD 555 MONTANA SCHOOL FINANCE
S,F alternate years, to be offered even years, Su 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, BA in Education.
-- This course prepares school leaders to identify and analyze sources
of fiscal and non-fiscal revenue and resources for schools and school districts,
to manage financial and material assets, to develop an efficient budget
planning process, and to perform a variety of budget management functions. Course emphasis is on Montana school finance.
EDLD 564 THE COMPREHENSIVE PORTFOLIO
S, Su 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: EDLD 507, EDLD 508, EDLD 515, EDLD 520, EDLD 532, EDLD
555 and EDLD 524 or EDLD 525.
-- Students create a professional portfolio to evidence their vision
of learning, the culture of teaching and learning, community/school
relationships, and the social, cultural, ethical, legal, political,
and economic context of schooling.
EDLD 570 INDEPENDENT STUDY
On Demand 1 - 3 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, consent of instructor, approval of
the Dean of Graduate Studies.
-- Directed research and study on an individual basis.
EDLD 571 IN-SERVICE EDUCATION
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. RCT/DIS/LAB
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing and employment by sponsoring school
organization.
-- A carefully supervised group study of an educational problem. The
study will culminate in a special report, syllabus, blueprint, course
of study or guide book or report to be filed with the local administrator
and with the Department of Education.
EDLD 574 FIELD EXPERIENCE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
F,S,Su 1-6 cr. LAB 1-6
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, consent of instructor.
-- This is a capstone course that offers students the opportunity for
guided field experience as a principal or superintendent in K-12 schools.
EDLD 575 RESEARCH OR PROFESSIONAL PAPER/PROJECT
F,S,Su 1 - 3 cr. IND Maximum 6 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing.
-- A research or professional paper or project dealing with a topic
in the field. The topic must have been mutually agreed upon by the student
and his or her major adviser and graduate committee.
EDLD 576 INTERNSHIP
On Demand 3 - 18 cr. IND Maximum credits may be restricted by program.
PREREQUISITE: EDLD 507, EDLD 508, EDLD 532. Graduate standing, consent
of instructor and approval of advisor.
-- The internship course is designed for those required to include practical experience as part of their degree. Course content
is informed by bridging theory with practice and the on-the-job
expectations and responsibilities.
EDLD 580 SPECIAL TOPICS
On Demand 1 - 4 cr. Maximum 12 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Upper division courses and others as determined for each
offering.
-- Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular
one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability
and demand before requesting a regular course number.
EDLD 588 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
On Demand 1 - 3 cr. May be repeated; maximum 3 cr.
PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, teaching experience and/or current
employment in a school organization, consent of instructor and Dean
of Graduate Studies.
-- Courses offered on a one-time basis to fulfill professional development
needs of in service educators. A specific focus is given to each course
which is appropriately subtitled.
EDLD 589 GRADUATE CONSULTATION
F,S,Su 3 cr. TUT
PREREQUISITE: Master's standing and approval of the Dean of Graduate
Studies.
-- This course may be used only by students who have completed all of
their course work (and thesis, if on a thesis plan) but who need additional
faculty or staff time or help.
EDLD 590 MASTER'S THESIS
F,S,Su 1 - 10 cr. IND Maximum credits unlimited.
PREREQUISITE: Master's standing.
EDLD 610 LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY
F alternate years, to be offered odd years; Su even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MA in Educational Leadership, or Principal's Certification,
EDLD 507.
-- The course will provide existing school leaders with theories, concepts,
and behaviors of effective leadership that addresses the challenges
of schools today. The course encourages a deeper understanding of personal
beliefs, style, values, and ethics required of school leaders. The development
of a shared vision and strategic plan will be emphasized.
EDLD 620 THE SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT
S alternate years, to be offered even years; Su, 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MA in Educational Leadership or Principal's Certification,
EDLD 520.
-- This course focuses on the leadership skills necessary for the school
superintendent. There is emphasis on superintendent relations with the
school board and the school community, and on working with stakeholders
to identify school priorities. The development of effective and appropriate
communication strategies and interpersonal skills that promote public
confidence for schools is stressed.
EDLD 630 SUPERVISION AND INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP
Su alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MA in Educational Leadership or Principal's Certification,
and EDLD 508.
-- The course focuses on increasing the knowledge and skills of supervising
and leading instruction on a district or school systems basis. Emphasis
is given to dimensions of leadership at the district level including
supervision of the leadership team, aligning the vision, mission, and
strategic plan with student needs, professional growth, and maximizing
resources to support teaching and learning.
EDLD 635 DATA DRIVEN DECISIONS
On Demand, 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MA in Educational Leadership or Principal's Certification,
and EDLD 515. Consent of instructor.
-- The course focuses on acquiring, synthesizing, assessing, and using
a variety of data to facilitate sound decision making as regards to student achievement and
program improvement. Special attention will be paid to systems for collecting, analyzing and using data to continuously improve school districts.
EDLD 645 PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT IN EDUCATION
F, alternate years, to be offered even years 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MA in Educational Leadership or Principal's Certification.
-- This course is designed to prepare educational leaders to apply effective
job analysis procedures, to understand performance appraisal for instructional
and non-instructional staff, formulate professional growth plans, negotiate union agreements, and
apply appropriate policies, criteria, processes for recruitment, selection,
induction, and compensation of personnel with an emphasis on equity
and diversity.
EDLD 650 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: FINANCE AND FACILITIES
F alternate years, to be offered odd years; Su 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MA in Educational Leadership or Principal's Certification,
and EDLD 555.
-- This course is designed to facilitate a more in depth understanding of the efficient and effective use of finances, facilities, and other tangible and intangible resources at the school district level. An emphasis will be placed on equitable distribution of resources and the alignment of resources to strategic plans and district vision.
EDLD 655 LEGAL AND POLICY STUDIES
S, alternate years, to be offered odd years; Su 3 cr. LEC 3
PREREQUISITE: MA in Educational Leadership or Principal's Certification,
and EDLD 555 and EDLD 532.
-- This course is designed to facilitate a more in-depth understanding
of legal issues relative to education and their policy implications.
Students will increase their understanding of how legal decisions impact
their school. They will explore policy analysis and implementation,
and develop an understanding of how laws, policies, and systemic organizational
life are intertwined.
EDLD 690 DOCTORAL THESIS
F,S,Su 1 - 10 cr. IND Maximum credits unlimited.
PREREQUISITE: Doctoral standing. Restricted Entry.
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