Schedule
Thu, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (1/7/2010 - 5/6/2010) Location: LR MU 314
Sat, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM (1/9/2010 - 2/13/2010) Location: LR MU 314
Sat, 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM (1/16/2010 - 1/16/2010) Location: LR MU 314
Description
This course introduces the prospective school administrator to the role of the principal. It examines the difference between management and leadership. The history of organizational development is traced. Various theories of leadership are reviewed with an emphasis on building collaborative capacity and leading change. The various skills of the principal are studied including information collection, judgment, interpersonal sensitivity, problem identification, decision-making, conflict resolution, plus relationship development and maintenance. The ELCC standards are discussed in detail. The important role of values in leadership is studied.