EDU 781 - Seminar: The School Superintendent

This course will examine the role and functions of the school superintendent and introduce aspiring superintendents to the multiple facets of the position and challenges facing the superintendent today. The seminar provides opportunities for students to process and reflect upon their internship experiences and broaden strategies to address challenges and opportunities in the field. Students will engage with the instructor, colleagues, and experts in the field to explore current issues and trends in the areas of: 1) mission, vision, and improvement, 2) ethics and professional norms, 3) equity, inclusiveness, and cultural responsiveness, 4) learning and instruction, 5) community and external leadership, 6) operations and management, and 7) policy, governance, and management.

2 Semester Credit(s)

Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): EDU 694
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type PF
Typically Offered
Summer