MASTER OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION
Director: Donnie E. Weeks
Program Description
The thirty-eight (38) semester
hour Master of School Administration is designed to prepare administrative
leaders for the system of elementary, middle, and high schools. The Master of School Administration leads to licensure
in school administration.
The conceptual framework of
this program is built around the NC Standards for
School Executives, which provide the
program structure and purpose. The seven
standards are as follows:
Standard 1: Strategic Leadership
School executives will
create conditions that result In strategically re-imagining the school's
vision, mission and goals in the 21st century.
Standard 2: Instructional Leadership
School executives will set
high standards for the professional practice of 21st century instruction and
assessment that result in a no-nonsense accountable environment.
Standard 3: Cultural Leadership
School executives will
understand and act on the understanding of the important role a school's
culture contributes to the exemplary performance of the school.
Standard 4: Human Resource Leadership
School executives will
ensure that the school is a professional learning community.
Standard 5: Managerial Leadership
School executives will
ensure that the school has processes and systems In place for budgeting,
staffing, problem solving, communicating expectations and scheduling that
result in organizing the work routines in the building.
Standard 6: External Development Leadership
A school executive will
design structures and processes that result in community engagement, support,
and ownership.
Standard 7: Micropolitical Leadership
The school executive will
build systems and relationships that utilize the staff's diversity, encourage
constructive ideological conflict in order to leverage staff expertise, power
and Influence to realize the school's vision for success.
Program-Specific Admission Requirement:
A minimum of 3 years teaching
experience is required for admission.
|
Requirements
for a Master of School Administration |
Sem.
Hrs. |
|
Required
Courses EDN 5660 Applied Educational Research1 EDNL 5710 Analyzing Educational Issues EDNL 5720 Ethical and Societal Aspects of Educational Leadership EDNL 5730 School Based Management EDNL 5800 Supervision and Instructional Leadership EDNL 5850 Curriculum Leadership EDNL 5860 Legal Aspects of Educational Leadership EDNL 5870 Managing Organizational Change EDNL 5900 Internship and Seminar in Administration I EDNL 5950 Internship and Seminar in
Administration II |
32 |
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Guided
Electives Each student must complete two (2)
three-semester-hour Guided Electives that will be beneficial in expanding her
or his understanding of the Pre-K–12 educational program. |
6 |
|
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Program
Total: 38 |
Requirements for an Add-On School Administration License
The School Administration
Add-on Licensure Program is designed to prepare a select group of experienced
educators for positions of administrative leadership in P-12 settings. Individuals holding a Master’s Degree from a
regionally accredited institution who have 3 years of teaching or other
professional education experience or are employed by an LEA as an assistant
principal may apply to the School Administration program for consideration for
an add-on license in School Administration. The licensure-only protocol for
this program reflects the standards for the school administration program, and
an appropriate required program of study will be detailed in the successful
applicant’s letter of admission. Every student will be required to
complete a supervised internship. In addition to completing any
requirements prescribed by UNCP for the school administration license, an
individual must also satisfy testing requirements for the license.
COURSES
EDNL 5710 Analyzing Educational Issues
This course provides students with opportunities to critically analyze current educational issues from a variety of perspectives and disciplines including education, history, philosophy, anthropology, sociology, law, and political science. Credit: 3 semester hours.
EDNL 5720 Ethical and Societal Aspects of Educational Leadership
This course examines educational leadership through an analysis of the relationship of personal values and the core values of society to education. There is emphasis on understanding of and sensitivity to the societal dimension of educational decision making. Credit: 3 semester hours.
EDNL 5730 School Based Management
This course focuses on school quality and the elements essential to administer and operate schools in a manner that supports quality education. Specific aspects of quality considered include 1) the school as a system and a renewing learning organization, 2) team leadership and school-based decision making, 3) school culture and climate, 4) human and material resources, 5) school reform, and 6) relationships of the state, local district, school, and community. Credit: 3 semester hours
EDNL 5800 Supervision and Instructional Leadership
In this course, candidates focus on developing an understanding of the essential elements of developmental supervision, quality instruction, and effective learning. Particular attention is focused on knowledge and application of effective leadership models and styles for implementing quality instruction. Candidates develop supervisory skills they can use to strengthen the instructional program in schools by facilitating and supporting the professional development of teachers in order to improve student learning. Credit: 3 semester hours. PREREQ: Completion of 15 hours of graduate work.
EDNL 5850 Curriculum Leadership
In this course, candidates focus on developing the knowledge and skills needed to design and implement effective curricula. Emphasis is placed on the importance of ongoing review of curriculum and assessment and the analysis of current data to make appropriate school improvement decisions. Curriculum mapping is examined as a tool for aligning content, skills, and assessment measures, and ensuring that these are aligned with mandated standards and tests. Candidates are provided with opportunities to apply “best practices” to improve curriculum, instruction, and assessment in classrooms and schools. Credit: 3 semester hours.
EDNL 5860 Legal Aspects of Educational Leadership
Constitutional, statutory, and case law bases of educational administration; a study of legal provisions and principles relating to education at all levels. Includes research and analysis of laws dealing with pertinent educational topics. Credit: 3 semester hours.
EDNL 5870 Managing Organizational Change
Managing Organizational Change is designed to develop an understanding of the processes that are necessary for bringing about change and improvement in complex educational organizations. Studying, applying, and evaluating a variety of planning and organizational processes to bring about predetermined educational expectations are the major components of this course. Credit: 3 semester hours.
EDNL 5900 and 5950 Internship and Seminar in Administration I and II
These two courses are composed of a two-semester internship in a public school setting in order to give the candidates the opportunity to apply, practice and refine the knowledge and skills acquired from course work. During this experience the candidates will play an active role in identifying and solving a school-related problem and will also engage in the assigned duties of administering the school. The candidate will be required to develop an administrative internship portfolio in accordance with the specifications provided. The candidate’s internship participation will be supervised jointly by school-based administrators and university personnel and will include a reflective evaluation and an oral comprehensive exam. Credit: 4 semester hours each. PREREQ: Completion of 15 hours of graduate work, EDNL 5800, and permission of program director.
EDNL 5960 and 5970 Internship and Seminar in Supervision I and II
These two courses are composed of a two-semester internship in a public school district central office setting in order to give the candidates the opportunity to apply, practice, and refine the knowledge, skill, dispositions, and performance indicators acquired from course work. During this experience, the candidate will play an active role in identifying and solving central office-related problems and will also engage in the assigned duties of the central office. The candidate will be required to develop an administrative internship portfolio in accordance with the specifications provided. The candidate’s internship participation will be supervised jointly by both central office administrators and university personnel and will include a reflective evaluation and an oral comprehensive exam. Credit: 4 semester hours each. PREREQ: Completion of 15 hours of graduate work and permission of program director.