University course syllabus outlining objectives, standards alignment, assignments, assessments, and leadership preparation requirements for graduate candidates in school superintendency studies during Fall 2017 at Northern Kentucky University.
Institution:
Northern Kentucky University
College:
College of Education and Human Services
Course Number:
EDA 639
Course Title:
The School Superintendency
Credits:
3 hours
Semester:
Fall 2017
Class Schedule:
Wednesday 4:00–7:00 p.m.
Professor:
Susan K. Cook, Ed. D.
Office:
MEP 268
Telephone:
(859) 572-5536
Office Hours:
Online or by appointment
Mission:
Leadership in the creation, dissemination, and application of knowledge and research to enhance professional practice and transform lives, schools, and communities
Vision:
Recognition throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky and region as a leader in engaged learning and applied scholarship fostering individual growth and collective success
Standards Referenced:
Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS); Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL)
Required Textbook:
Bellanca, J. and Brandt, Ron, editors (2010). 21st Century Skills: Rethinking How Students Learn. Bloomington: Solution Tree Press
Supplemental Texts:
Barbour, JoAnn and Hickman, Gill, editors (2011). Leadership for Transformation. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass; Vander Ark, Tom (2011). Getting Smart: How Digital Learning is Changing the World. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass
Course Format:
Professional Learning Community environment
Course Description:
Graduate-level course focused on leadership development, data-driven decision making, digital learning, curricular design, and superintendent preparation
Major Assignments:
Professional Growth Plan (Part I and II); Leadership Vision and Mission Statement; Student Achievement Project; Online Discussion Participation
Assessment Methods:
Projects, surveys, discussion board participation, leadership statements
Target Audience:
Graduate education candidates preparing for the superintendency
Geographic Context:
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Educational Focus:
College and Career Readiness; 21st century skills; digital learning; instructional leadership
Academic Alignment:
Integration of Kentucky Academic Standards within coursework
University Email Requirement:
NKU email account required for survey communication
