| EAL 6603 |
School Business Procedures (3) |
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This is a comprehensive course designed to
focus on the skills and knowledge needed to
conduct school business procedures at two
levels: school and district. The purpose is to
concentrate on the principles and best practices
necessary to manage those business
transactions for effective school business
administration. Restricted to students who
are admitted to an NCATE approved EAL
Certification program and must be taught by
an individual who has successfully completed
the Finance requirement under Alabama
Code (Act 2001-706, Section 16-1-38). |
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| EAL 6607 |
Readings in Organization and Administration
(3) |
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This course explores current literature and
thinking in the field of organizational and
administrative theory and practice pertaining
to educational leadership. Prerequisite: Restricted
to students who are admitted to an
NCATE approved EAL Certification program. |
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| EAL 6609 |
Communication and Problem Solving for
School Leaders (3) |
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This course is designed to improve the
school leaders’ skills in communication and
problem solving. Emphasis will be placed on
listening skills, group dynamics, conflict
resolution and consensus building. Special
attention will be given to these topics while
working with ethnically or culturally diverse
populations. Prerequisite: Restricted to students
who are admitted to an NCATE approved
EAL Certification program. |
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| EAL 6610 |
Grant Writing and Fundraising (3) |
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This course explores how to write a grant
and discusses alternative ways of fundraising.
Particular attention will be given to
grant writing protocols and procedures, as
well the dynamics involved in responding to
a Request for Proposal, and understanding
the school system’s bureaucratic structures. Prerequisite: Restricted to students who are
admitted to an NCATE approved EAL Certification
program. |
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| EAL 6613 |
Legal Issues in Public Education (3) |
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This course provides an introduction to the
legal basis for public education and patterns
of education control. Some attention is given
to the necessity of providing a variety of
school services and programs. Additional
attention is given to the instructional program
requirements to meet legal standards.
Restricted to students who are admitted to an
NCATE approved EAL Certification program
and must be taught by an individual
who has successfully completed the Law
requirement under Alabama Code (Act
2001-706, Section 16-1-38). |
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| EAL 6615 |
Social and Philosophic Foundations of
Educational Leadership (3) |
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This course provides an overview of the
societal structure and problems affecting
education as well as the philosophical
schools of thought in educational leadership. Restricted to students who are admitted to an
NCATE approved EAL Certification program. |
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| EAL 6625 |
Special Topics in Educational Leadership
(3) |
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A seminar concerned with an in-depth examination
of one topic that is acutely important
to educational leadership. Students are
expected to use primary resources, journals,
Internet to research and discuss the topic.
The primary format of the class will be discussion,
although group exercises, individual
presentations and written responses will
also be used. Restricted to students who are
admitted to an NCATE approved EAL Certification
program. |
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| EAL 6626, 6627 |
Specialized Topics in Educational
Leadership (3) |
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An independent study of a problem or problems
using research techniques. Selection of
problem must be approved by the professor
under whom the study is to be conducted,
and the Department Chair. The study should
contribute to the student’s program. Preparation
of a scholarly paper is required and may
involve an oral presentation. Restricted to
students who are admitted to an NCATE
approved EAL Certification program. |
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| EAL 6633 |
Educational Leadership (3) |
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This course deals with the development of
knowledge and skills needed for the responsibilities
and major functions of educational
leaders. The concept of leadership is discussed
from both a theoretical and practical
standpoint. Distinctions between management
skills and leadership skills are emphasized.
Key leadership challenges such as
vision, motivation, staff development, inclusive
decision-making and strategic planning
are stressed. Historical and contemporary
accounts of successful leaders are utilized.
The ethical and moral aspects of leadership
are examined. Restricted to students who are
admitted to an NCATE approved EAL Certification
program. |
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| EAL 6643 |
Administration of School Personnel (3) |
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This course is designed to deal with the
selection, staffing and development of all
school personnel. Salary schedules, personnel
policies and fringe benefits will be studied. Restricted to students who are admitted
to an NCATE approved EAL Certification
program. |
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| EAL 6653 |
Educational Evaluation for School Improvement
(3) |
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This course focuses on basic statistical processes
and measures used in education. It
provides an opportunity for the student to
analyze a variety of standardized prognostic,
diagnostic, and achievement tests and to
evaluate teacher-made tests and other measuring
devices. Restricted to students who are
admitted to an NCATE approved EAL Certification
program. |
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| EAL 6663 |
Internship in Educational Administration
I (3) |
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The purpose of this course is to provide
students with school-based administrative
experience in elementary, middle and secondary
grades, as well as central office support
functions. Full-time university educational
administration faculty and local public
school supervisors oversee the intern to
ensure field experience is acquired in the
areas of curriculum, instruction, student
services, leadership skills, staff development,
school and community relations, management
skills, and legal responsibilities.
Competencies to be addressed are taken
from the Alabama State Department of Education
Administrative Code. Internship requires
a minimum of 300 clock hours and
must be completed at the home campus (Prerequisite: Restricted to students who are
admitted to an NCATE approved EAL Certification
program and have permission of
the Department.) There must be a minimum
of six months from the beginning of this
course to the completion of EAL 6664. |
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| EAL 6664 |
Internship in Educational Administration
II (3) |
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The purpose of this course is to provide
students with school-based administrative
experience in elementary, middle and secondary
grades, as well as central office support
functions. Full-time university educational
administration faculty and local public
school supervisors oversee the intern to
ensure field experience is acquired in the
areas of curriculum, instruction, student
services, leadership skills, staff development,
school and community relations, management
skills, and legal responsibilities.
Competencies to be addressed are taken
from the Alabama State Department of Education
Administrative Code. Internship requires
a minimum of 300 clock hours and
must be completed at the home campus (Prerequisite: EAL 6663 and permission of
the Department). There must be a minimum
of six months from beginning EAL 6663 and
the completion of this course. |
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| EAL 6684 |
Curriculum Development for Educational
Leaders (3) |
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This course prepares school administrators
to provide leadership necessary to ensure
appropriate curricula for the schools and for
effective teaching and learning. Students
will examine the curriculum design, development,
implementation, and evaluation
cycle. Prerequisite: Restricted to students
who are admitted to an NCATE approved
EAL Certification program. |
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| EAL 6691 |
Research Methodology (3) |
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This course is a study and evaluation of a
variety of research methods; including but
not limited to quantitative, qualitative, and
action research, and reporting formats used
in education and the social sciences. Restricted
to students who are admitted to an
NCATE approved EAL Certification program. A grade of “B” or better is required. |
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| EAL 7701 |
Administration of Special Education (3) |
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This course is designed to provide an indepth
overview of the administrative organization
that supports effective special education
programs in diverse educational settings.
The purpose of the course is to provide
a comprehensive guide to the special
education process while addressing current
issues, trends, technology, research, literature,
problems, legal principles, and concerns.
The course is designed to provide the
school leader with the knowledge base to
make informed, reflective special education
decisions. Class A Certification in Educational
Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7705 |
School Finance and Taxation (3) |
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A general study of finance at local, state,
and federal basis. Includes principles of
taxation, the concepts of equity and adequacy,
acceptable practices in securing and
administering school funds, and acceptable
accounting and business procedures. Explores
the unique characteristics of the Alabama
Tax structure, its history, and impact
on the funding of education. Class A Certification
in Educational Administration is required.
Course must be taught by an individual
who has successfully completed the
Finance requirement under Alabama Code
(Act 2001-706, Section 16-1-38). |
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| EAL 7710 |
Supervision of Education (3) |
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A development of the concept of supervision
and its function in the school program. The
techniques of supervision are studied and
related to the improvement of instruction. Class A Certification in Educational Administration
is required. |
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| EAL 7714 |
School Law (3) |
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A study of school law as set forth in the
common law, state and federal constitution,
statutes, judicial decision, and in the rules
and regulations of the state of Alabama.
Major emphasis will be on state and federal
law and its impact on education today. Class
A Certification in Educational Administration
is required. Course must be taught by an
individual who has successfully completed
the Law requirement under Alabama Code
(Act 2001-706, Section 16-1-38). |
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| EAL 7717 |
Mentoring Methods and Techniques (3) |
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The purpose of this course is to prepare
educational leaders to serve as role models
and mentors for individuals and to develop
mentorship programs. Students will learn
how to develop and organize a mentorship
program for beginning teachers. Students
will develop a knowledge base upon which
to make informed reflective decisions about
mentorship programs in diverse educational
settings. Class A Certification in Educational
Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7725 |
Specialized Topics in Educational Leadership
(3) |
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A seminar concerned with an in-depth examination
of one topic that is acutely important
to educational leadership. Students are
expected to use primary resources, journals,
and the Internet to research and discuss the
topic. The primary format of the class will
be discussion, although group exercises,
individual presentations and written responses
will also be used. Class A Certification
in Educational Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7726 |
Specialized Topics in Educational Leadership
(3) |
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An independent study of a problem or problems
using research techniques. Selection of
problem must be approved by the professor
under whom the study is to be conducted,
and the department chair. The study should
contribute to the student’s program. Preparation
of a scholarly paper is required and may
involve an oral presentation. Class A Certification
in Educational Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7727 |
Specialized Topics in Educational Leadership
(3) |
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An independent study of a problem or problems
using research techniques. Selection of
problem must be approved by the professor
under whom the study is to be conducted,
and the department chair. The study should
contribute to the student’s program. Preparation
of a scholarly paper is required and may
involve an oral presentation. Class A Certification
in Educational Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7735 |
Development and Operation of Educational
Plant Facilities (3) |
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This course is designed to present to the
student procedures and issues related to the
design, development, and operation of educational
plant facilities. Class A Certification
in Educational Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7742 |
History of Educational Leadership (3) |
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This course will explore the rich tradition
and history of the field of Educational Leadership.
The history of the theory and practices
associated with this field will be examined
and reviewed. Class A Certification in
Educational Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7746 |
Personnel Relations and Processes in
Educational Leadership (3) |
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This course deals with personnel processes
and personnel management from the perspective
of the central office. Topics include:
human resource planning, forecasting,
selection, staff development, training and
evaluation. Also included are motivational
principles, group dynamics, climate and
culture, as well as problems typically associated
with personnel. Class A Certification in
Educational Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7758 |
Cultural Diversity (3) |
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This course provides in-class and field experiences
for specialist students in the investigation
of current diversity, multicultural
and pluralistic literature and in the identification
and creation of organizational patterns/designs, which support both short-and
long-range multicultural and diversity
school goal setting. Students will learn
competencies that are instrumental to planning,
implementing, assessing, and reevaluating
existing or proposed practices.
Activities are designed to appraise and
evaluate diversity data, coordinate and synthesize
curriculum development, utilize
appropriate instructional designs including
delivery, resources to manage change in
their school’s community. Emphasized is
student reflection, the interpretation and
utilization of data collected for the improvement
of diversity, and multicultural programs.
Class A Certification in Educational
Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7790 |
Trends, Issues, and Policy Studies in Educational
Leadership (3) |
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This is a seminar concerned with the trends
and issues that arise based on educational
policy. It offers a balance and reintegration
of the relationship between policy studies
and politics. Emphasis is placed on how educational policymaking occurs. Highlighted
are the tools needed for investigating
the current trends and issues impacting public
education from a national, state, and local
level. Class A Certification in Educational
Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7791 |
Organizational and Administrative Behavior
(3) |
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A study of the nature, culture, and structure
of organizations. Leadership, managerial
and administrative behaviors will also be
investigated, with a focus on educational
organizations and change. Class A Certification
in Educational Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7793 |
Statistics (3) |
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This course is a study of descriptive and
inferential statistics commonly used in the
literature of Educational Administration.
Emphasis is placed on the application of
statistical method to research design. Instruction
deals specifically with measures of
central tendency and variability, probability
theory, estimation and significance, correlation
and regression, analysis of variance, and
chi-square. Class A Certification in Educational
Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7794 |
Thesis: Field Problem Analysis (3) |
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The purpose of this course is to prepare
educational leaders with research\knowledge
that supports informed, reflective decisions
in diverse educational settings. Technology
as a tool to investigate problems being faced
by schools is employed. Emphasis is given
to the proposal phase of designing a research
project. The research project examines a
problem of a practical nature, which is encountered
in a field setting. The course culminates
in the creation of the research proposal,
which is a compilation of the theory,
and methods learned in the course. All studies
that deal with human subjects must be
approved by their campus research review
board. Class A Certification in Educational
Administration is required. |
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| EAL 7795 |
Thesis: Problem Analysis Implementation
(1-3) |
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The purpose of this course is for students to
implement the project or field study proposed
in EAL 7794. Data will be collected,
analyzed and summarized in writing. A summary
of the project and recommendations
for further study should also be submitted.
The faculty adviser may require the student
to defend the study before a faculty committee.
The course is designed to prepare educational
leaders with research knowledge
that supports informed reflective decisions
in diverse educational settings. Class A Certification
in Educational Administration is
required. |
