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Course Descriptions

3991 Independent Study (1 to 10)
3992 Directed Study (1 to 10)
4150 Professional Development (3 or 4)
4151 Outreach College Counseling Wk (4)
4700 Special Topics in K-12 Admin (1 to 5)
4701 Special Topics in K-12 Admin (1 to 5)
4702 Special Topics in K-12 Admin (1 to 5)
4703 Special Topics in K-12 Admin (1 to 5)
4704 Special Topics in K-12 Admin (1 to 5)
4801 Intro School Administration (2)
Examines educational administration as derived from perspectives of historical development, theory, research and current practice in modern school systems. Students will be introduced to the roles of administrators within the modern school system.
4803 Implement Reform-Driven Change (3)
An overview of the historic origins and impacts of key education policy in America, and changes over the years in policy power and control and how these shifts have led us to many of today's educational challenges. From the inception of the public school idea to standards, standardized assessments and NCLB, to the current "P20" trends, the interplay of local, state, and national politics and policies and their impact on teaching and learning are examined.
4804 Community and School Relations (2)
Analysis of principles and practices for facilitating interpretation of schools to their various publics; developing responsive public educational organizations and conducting public relations as a significant function of key administrative positions.
4805 Personnel Management (2)
Organizational dimensions, non-power planning, recruitment, selection, placement and induction, staff development, appraisal, rewards, collective bargaining for the public schools.
4806 Legal Aspects of School Admin (2)
This course is designed to provide educators with the basic information that will be helpful in dealing with the legal aspects they will encounter in public schools. Basic foundations of the American legal system will be studied as well as practical applications of law, which must be understood by educators. Information from this course will help educators practice "preventive law" by focusing on educational issues in an attempt to reduce litigious situations.
4807 Principles of Leadership (2)
This course is designed to assist prospective administrators in the development and application of skills and knowledge associated with the basic principles of leadership as it relates to day-to-day administrative duties. This course will be structured to address current leadership theories and how to apply the research on leadership skills and behavior to the principalship. Students will analyze their own leadership styles and apply their learning to leadership scenarios in order to refine their skills as school leaders.
4810 School Admin: Case Studies (2 or 3)
Focus on current critical aspects of work of effective superintendents and other administrators in key decision- making roles; includes reading, discussions and guest presenters who are practicing administrators; problem scenarios presented for resolution.
4811 School Admin: Principalship (3)
Bringing responsibilities of a principal into an operational unity. Prerequisite: partial completion of a principal's preparation program or school administrator experience.
4812 Perspectives-District Admin (3 to 4)
Responsibilities of central office administrators as they work with schools and local board of education. Prerequisite: partial completion of a principal's preparation program or school administration experience.
4813 School Admin: Conflict Resoln (3)
Exploration of collaborative leadership, change, mediation, group conflict resolution and skills necessary to build consensus from diversity.
4814 School Admin: Problem Solving (3 or 4)
Administrative problem solving as opportunity for practicing administrators and administrators-in-training to explore variety of problem-solving strategies at the heart of decision making, communication, consensus building and other organizational processes; emphasis on how effective administrators think.
4815 Elementary Internship (1 to 6)
Opportunity to be supervised in on-the-jopb experience to better prepare school administration students for administration careers. Elementary level.
4816 Secondary Internship (1 to 6)
Opportunity to be supervised in on-the-job experience to better prepare school administration students for administration careers. Secondary level.
4817 Superintendency Internship (1 to 6)
Opportunity to be supervised in on-the-job experience to better prepare school administration students for administration careers. Superintendent's office placement.
4818 Central Office Internship (1 to 6)
Opportunity to be supervised in on-the-job experience to better prepare school administration students for administration careers. Central office placement.
4819 Organization Theory & Behavior (3 to 4)
The purpose of this course is to examine the nation's schools in terms of the complex milieu in which they are embedded, and the variables affecting the schools. The roles and responsibilities of various members of the organizations will be examined as well as the governance and control issues surrounding education.
4820 School Admin: Prog & Eval (3)
Quality as theme of the 1990's; best methods to judge program and school effectiveness; focus on principal's responsibility for organizing, conducting and reporting program and school evaluations.
4821 School Reform & Current Ed Iss (2 or 3)
An introduction to contemporary issues and theories of educational administration. Overview of major educational administrative and organization trends currently unfolding. These trends are analyzed for validity, education soundness, and leadership implications. Students will also take a closer look at the concept of school reform and the various efforts towards this endeavor.
4822 Leadership in Complex Systems (3 to 4)
Roles, responsibilities and behaviors of successful leaders in complex systems; development of understanding and skills that can be used in dealing with many complex issues that face school administrators of the 21st century; functioning effectively in a complex environement where leadership is an interaction between leader, followers and situation and where power and influence affect leader-follower relationships.
4823 Educational Policy Making-U.S. (3 to 4)
Shifts in focus of decision making over last 50 years; growth of state and federal powers and policy making from the 1960's to the 1990's; variations between states with respect to power of control, role of state board, governor's significance, part played by power of associations and impact of the AFT/NEA in decision-making, changing nature of local boards of education; "art" of law making and setting of educational policies using Colorado and legislative process for field study.
4824 Education & Youth Policies (3)
Demographic changes and characteristics of American youth and their families; youth and education as seen by other professionals, such as political scientists, anthropologists, sociologists, psychologists, social workers, theologians and health administrators, with resulting discussions relative to policy-making implications of recent data, findings, trends and "expert" projections; response of school leaders and policy makers to these analyses by the specialists.
4825 Current Trends: School Admin (3)
Overview of major educational administrative and organization trends unfolding in current year; trends analyzed for validity and educational soundness; leadership implications.
4826 Reform of American Education (3)
Central themes of various recommendations for educational reform in America; critical analysis of reform proposals affecting schools, higher education and teacher and administrative preparation programs; progress and frustrations of reform in last five years.
4827 Foundns of Ed. Hist. & Phil. (3 to 4)
A foundational course which will examine the various theoretical, ethical, historical and philosophical perspectives that will inform educational leaders as policy and change strategies are formulated.
4828 Leadership-Standards-Based Ed (3)
Designed to assist leaders, at the building level, in the implementation of standards-based education to improve student learning and achievement. Primary emphasis will be given to developing practical strategies for addressing critical issues in facilitating the change from the traditional models of education to a standards-based model.
4829 Curriculum Issues (2)
Serves prospective principals in the development and application of skills and knowledge associated with curriculum planning, development, assessment and program evaluation. Curriculum issues will be examined from various contexts to enable students to understand how external demands influence curriculum decisions. Considerable attention will be given to the examination of the curriculum needs of the individual student in the learning environment as well as research on child development, learning styles, brain-based learning theories and models of teaching. Participants will be assisted in developing an understanding of issues of diversity and multiculturalism and their influence on the development and supervision of the curriculum. Although the major focus is on local aspects of standards-based education, some attention will be given to the national role in this area.
4830 Planning for Sp. Populations (2)
Principles of strategic planning applied to school administration; details tools of planning and provides opportunity for using tools in development of a school- improvement plan.
4831 Instructional Sprvsn & Eval (2)
Achievement of greater school effectiveness through application of knowledge of concepts and processes involved in supervision, and evaluation of instruction and teaching.
4832 School Improvement Process (2)
Rationale, reserch and expert opinion surrounding concept of school improvement as a practical process for improving local schools and the individual school; includes rational theory for school improvement, suggested processes for implementation at local level and implications for district personnel, building principals, teachers, community members and curriculum and staff development.
4833 Finance and Budget (2)
Accounting and financial practices; basic elements of how schools are funded, how they provide for expenditure of funds; school-site budgeting and accounting emphasized for prospective school principal.
4834 Sem: Multicultural Issues (2 to 4)
Extends understanding of complex systems' operations and responses by examining multicultural issues in the historical and social context and complexity of schools and school districts. Opportunities will be provided for students to develop an understanding of issues of diversity and the relationship of these issues to the roles and work of school/district administrators. The exploration of multicultural issues will occur through the examination of various themes relative to school/district administration such as curriculum, administration, human resources, policy and reform. Particular emphasis will be given to the exploration of the historical and future purposes of schooling in a democratic/pluralistic society in an effort to help students to develop critical knowledge and skills essential for providing leadership in 21st century schools.
4835 Curr/Inst & Studnt Achievement (1 to 4)
This course will examine educational practices that are meeting success as schools and districts attempt to learn, grow, and reinvent themselves using the principles of organizational learning. Participants will understand basic systems theory and gain practical and theoretical tools to improve curriculum development, instruction, and student achievement.
4836 Improving School Culture (3)
School culture is a complex and challenging issue for most school leaders to shape and manage. The culture of school means many things that will be addressed in this class including school climate, parent engagement, teacher engagement, student connectedness, culturally competent practices, positive youth development, and the quality of human relationships in the school environment. This course will enable school leaders to look in depth at their schools in order to assess its culture, develop specific plans to create a climate of authentic relationships among students, parents, staff, and community.
4837 Charter School Leadership (3)
This class has been developed to support people in, and committed tom, charter school education. It will help create awareness and expertise for present or future charter school leaders in the areas of business and management, people and leadership, and education and curriculum.
4838 Ed Leadership in Digital Age (3)
This course is based upon the National Technology Standards for administrators. Students will develop their own personal technology skills and be exposed to the latest technological resources for school administrators. Participants will explore the latest efforts related to data-driven decision making for enhancing student performance and the integration of technology into the curriculum.
4839 Entrepreneurial Leadership (3 to 4)
This course will examine the financial, demographic, social and political issues facing educational leaders. Strategies will be examined that represent new and creative ways of addressing budget, building, and recruitment and retention strategies for educational leaders.
4840 Instructional Planning (3)
4841 Internship in Sp Ed Director (1 to 10)
4842 Assessment Mod Needs (5)
4843 Behavior Intervention (4)
4846 Practicum: State Policy Making (1 to 3)
Direct experience with state legislative process and/or policy work of state agencies; work of regional and national organizations in Denver area.
4847 Ethics in Education (3)
Applied ethics, starting from the theoretical constructs and abstract principles defining ethical behavior and then quickly moving into a consideration of how ethics applies to education. Issues of ethical decision-making will be probed in relation to equity for students, parent-school relationships, staffing, and district policy, among other areas. This course is both grounded in ethical theory and designed to provide students with practical approaches for making decisions that have an ethical component.
4848 Bus Admin for School Leaders (3 or 4)
Schools are a large and complex business. This course will equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to lead a school or school district. Key topics will include school management, human resources, organizational change, entrepreneurship, and bargaining.
4849 Action Rsrch for School Ldrs (3 or 4)
This course emphasizes the use of research methods which are linked to research needed in schools. Students will learn to identify, analyze and solve problems. Some of the action research methods include focus groups, interviews, observations, school records and surveys. Capstone project will relate directly to the improvement of school policy and practice.
4850 Admin Ldrship-Ed Organization (1 to 9)
4851 Admin-Envimnt of Public School (1 to 9)
4852 Supervision-Curr & Instr Prog (1 to 9)
4853 Grappling with Accountability (3)
This course will provide resouce tools for organizing and assessing technology for student results.
4854 Staff Developmnt in Technology (3)
As technology becomes more and more pervasive, staff development needs to shift its focus from using technology productively to fully integrating technology into the curriculum. This course is geared for technology directors, specialists, coordinators, principals and others who have responsibility for providing leadership to integrate technology into the curriculum.
4855 Strategies to Integrate Tech (3)
4856 Tech Instructional Leadership (3)
4857 Online Education (3)
4870 Education-Int'l Setting (1 to 5)
Global perspectives and world awareness in school settings drawing cross-cultural comparisons for American schools.
4930 Leadership & Ethics in ECE (3)
Leadership in early care and education is the exercise of meaningful and responsible influences. This course covers theories and models of leadership in early care and education. Students will learn to articulate a vision, clarify and affirm values, and create a culture built on norms of continuous improvement and ethical conduct. Professional codes of ethics will be reviewed. Restricted to students enrolled in the Leading Learning in ECE graduate certificate program.
4931 Pedagogical Leadership in ECE (5)
This course covers early childhood curriculum models and evidence-based interventions applicable within community, preschool, and home environments. Students review empirically validated early interventions and curriculum for young children, including children with special needs. An overview of theoretical research and practice issues in the field of child development is covered. Attention is given to the typical developmental milestones of the early childhood years including growth and development in sensorimotor, cognitive, language, and social emotional domains. The course focuses on the synthesis of past research into current findings and accepted theories and allow the leader to broaden understanding of the impact of neuroscience and relevant research on current policies and practices. This course is limited to students enrolled in the Leading Learning in ECE graduate certificate program.
4932 Policy & Advocacy in ECE (2)
This course provides the historical and political context of early care and education in the United States. Local, state and federal mandates, public laws, and legislative procedures and initiatives will be investigated. Students will learn from child advocates, lobbyists, and elected officials. Building a learning community, mobilizing community resources, and working with community agencies to advocate positive change will also be addressed. This course is limited to students enrolled in the Leading Learning in ECE graduate certificate program.
4933 Family Diversity &Partnerships (2)
This course is about families in their many constellations, their strengths and challenges, and the ways in which early care and education leaders can extend their effectiveness by working in partnership with families. This course explores the importance of family centered practice in early care and education. Family centered practice is based on a core set of values, beliefs and practices that recognize that families can contribute to all aspects of their child's early care and education through their active and meaningful participation. Family diversity, family interests and needs, cultural perspectives and various family circumstances are explored in order to build greater understanding, awareness and sensitivity. Family and professional partnership models which support young children, by respecting, strengthening, and supporting families will be highlighted. This course is limited to students enrolled in the Leading Learning in ECE graduate certificate program.
4934 Reflective Leadership in ECE (3)
This course is designed to foster the early care education leader's commitment to the importance and use of data and multiple information sources. Effective leaders must have the skills to reflect critically on practices in their programs and promote the importance of inquiry as a professional responsibility of their staff. Evaluation design, qualitative and quantitative methods, data collection systems, analysis of data, reporting and formatting of early childhood assessment and evaluation data will be highlighted. This course is limited to students enrolled in the Leading Learning in ECE graduate certificate program.
4935 Young Exceptional Children (2)
This course provides perspective and views related to the inclusion and support for young children with special needs and their families. The most recent regulations and research-based practices related to young children with special needs, including simultaneous language learners and children living in poverty, will be explored from the leader's perspective, including the IFSP and IEP process, child and family support systems, professional development, legal issues and evidence based practices for optimizing growth and development. This course is limited to students enrolled in the Leading Learning in ECE graduate certificate program.
4936 Current Issues in ECE (1)
Current topics and/or critical issues in the field of Early Care and Education are addressed in an advanced seminar format. Topics vary by instructor and year and may address current issues in research, theory, policy development, and/or administrative leadership. This course is limited to students enrolled in the Leading Learning in ECE graduate certificate program.
4937 Mentorship in ECE (1)
The mentorship is a supervised field experience designed to expose students to a variety of leadership roles in the field of Early Care and Education. Throughout the quarter, students will interact with a selected mentorship supervisor and will attend, observe, and participate in a range of activities related to leadership in ECE, such as, task force participation, advocacy work, and administrative practices. This course is limited to students enrolled in the Leading Learning in ECE graduate certificate program.
4938 Budgets & Funding in ECE (2)
This course is designed to assist in the financial planning and fiscal operations of early childhood programs in order to promote and sustain quality. Students will investigate budgeting and its impact on programs and policies. Specific financial management tolls are discussed with fundraising, grant writing and administration, and the use of local and federal resources to adequately address the issues of quality, compensation, and affordability. Topics will include: setting up the program, materials, supplies, salaries, budgeting, regulatory and tax information, fees, personnel, marketing, insurance, cash flow, accounting, and grant writing. This course is limited to students enrolled in the Leading Learning in ECE graduate certificate program.
4991 MA Independent Study (1 to 17)
4992 Directed Study (1 to 10)
4995 Research - M.A. Thesis (1 to 17)
4XXX K-12 Administration Transfer (1 to 10)
5991 PhD Independent Study (1 to 17)
Special projects in the field of education, taken by arrangement of Educational Administration faculty.
5992 Directed Study (2 to 10)
5993 Dissertation Planning & Design (4)
The Dissertation Planning and Design Seminar is designed to prepare students to undertake the completion of a dissertation. The dissertation process can often be confusing and overwhelming, especially for students coming from a cohort-based program. This course will assist students in turning a research idea into a polished dissertation proposal and provide strategies for making the process manageable and enjoyable.
5994 Sem: Dissertation Organization (3 to 5)
Individualized assistance in developing the dissertation topic, issue, problem; guidance in preparation for proposal orals and application to the Human Subjects Committee; direction for dissertation chapter organization, writing and completion. This seminar (offered in the summer quarter) is targeted for the student who needs support in completing the dissertation after an extended period away from the project.
5995 Dissertation Research (1 to 20)