Organizational Theory and Leadership Development

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Effective administrators are guided by their knowledge and skill in developing an organization built on mutual trust, respect, and collaborative decision-making to ensure a positive work and learning environment. Prospective administrators will be provided with an opportunity to explore basic organizational theories and models of leadership. An emphasis on shared leadership in a school environment, communication skills, systems thinking, personal and organizational change will be focuses of this coursework. Students will be expected to bridge theory to practical applications in educational settings. Components: Discussion, Class Prereqs/Coreqs: C: TEACHING 7340 and TEACHING 7360 Typically Offered: Summer