EDL 501 - Introduction to Educational Leadership

Credits: 3.00
Leadership and its impact on organizational structure, behavior, and student achievement will be examined in the context of today’s schools. The course will provide students with the opportunity to explore leadership theories, organizational theories, principles of motivation, communication systems, the future-focused strategic thinking progress, decision making principles and leadership of the change process. Students will be expected to apply theoretical knowledge and research-based models to specific school leadership situations. A special focus will be placed on student development of a solid initial understanding and application of all of the
Educational Leadership Constituent Council (ELCC) Standards. This course will provide students with a strong foundation for their development as student-centered, future-focused, data informed, and standards based 21st Century Educational Leaders.