ADMINISTRATION & SUPERVISION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ASE 532 ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATION OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS. This introductory course deals with the basic activities of educational management, theories and concepts, organization, and governance of the public schools. It is the initial course in the program(s).

ASE 578 CURRICULUM PLANNING. This course provides a study of the various factors which influence curriculum change; the role and responsibilities of different personnel and agencies in curriculum planning; procedures in implementing curriculum change; and current programs in public school curriculum K-12.

ASE 579 METHODS OF RESEARCH. Study is made of types and methods of educational research, the collecting, analyzing and sharing of data with the public. The student is expected to complete a research project or field study utilizing appropriate methods of educational research.

ASE 586 SPECIAL POPULATIONS AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS. Study is made of special programs offered in public schools including special and compensatory education, bilingual and ESL education, adult and continuing education, and vocational and technical education. Prerequisite: ASE 532 or concurrent enrollment.

ASE 660 PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING. Study is made of the principles of psychology as they apply to learning and teaching. Pertinent research is studied in an attempt to find ways to make instruction more effective. Prerequisite: ASE 532.

ASE 668 INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP I. The course focuses on leadership for the improvement of instruction and includes current research on school and teaching effectiveness. Prerequisite: ASE 532 or concurrent enrollment.

ASE 672 PRACTICUM IN SUPERVISION. This course provides a field practicum for students seeking a position as an instructional supervisor. It is designed to provide intensive study of the field of instructional leadership. Prerequisite: Final semester of masters work.

ASE 694 INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP II. This course is designed to certify individuals as having completed Instructional Leadership Development. Emphasis is also placed on the improvement of instruction through research findings and demonstration of instructional improvement in various curricular offerings. Prerequisite: ASE 668.