EDUC 653 - Leadership and Supervision: Considerations for Instruction

(3 units)

Examine the principles and theoretical base of supervision to improve instructional and professional practices. Topics include the structure and significance of school reform, teaching and learning theories, Standards Theory, leadership and followership, and the change process. This course fulfills part of the Nevada State Administrative Leadership endorsement requirement and is aligned with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders. (Formerly SNU: ALDR 504)

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): formerly Sierra Nevada University Teacher Education student.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Other

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify and recognize the characteristics of different philosophies of education.
2. examine the elements of the adult learning process in relation to supervision.
3. analyze the purpose of directive/indirective control supervision and supervisory conferences.
4. apply observation skills and assistance strategies to improve teacher performance.
5. apply staff development strategies in schools.

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