Student Outcomes Assessment Plan
Department of Educational Leadership,
Counseling, and Postsecondary Education
University of Northern Iowa
M.A.E. in Educational Leadership (Principalship)
I
Departmental Philosophy of Outcomes Assessment
The underlying premise of the educational leadership graduate program is that the
practice of educational leadership is inextricably related to the educational programs and
processes in schools. Research and other forms of scholarship in education, leadership,
and related areas are useful to the extent that they inform, guide, and develop structures,
processes, and performance that improve educational practice. Requirements and
outcomes of the program are based upon the standards established by the National Policy
Board, and the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) of the Council
of Chief State School Officers.
II
Outcomes and Competencies
OUTCOME 1 – Students shall exhibit proficiency in promoting the issues of all
learners by facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and
stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by the school
community.
Competency 1.1
Competency 1.2
Competency 1.3
Competency 1.4
Competency 1.5
Competency 1.6
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of learning
goals in a pluralistic society.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the
principles of developing and implementing strategic plans.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of systems
theory.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of
information sources, data collection, and data analysis strategies.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of effective
communication.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of effective
consensus-building and negotiation skills.
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OUTCOME 2 – Students shall exhibit proficiency in promoting the success of all
learners by advocating, nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and
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instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional
growth.
Competency 2.1
Competency 2.2
Competency 2.3
Competency 2.4
Competency 2.5
Competency 2.6
Competency 2.7
Competency 2.8
Competency 2.9
Competency 2.10
Competency 2.11
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of student
growth and development.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of applied
learning theories.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of applied
motivational theories.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of
curriculum design, implementation, evaluation, and refinement.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of principles
of effective instruction.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of
measurement, evaluation, and assessment strategies.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of diversity
and its meaning for educational programs.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of adult
learning and professional development models.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the change
process for systems, organizations, and individuals.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the role of
technology in promoting student learning and professional growth.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of school
cultures.
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OUTCOME 3 – Students shall exhibit proficiency in promoting the success of all
learners by ensuring management of the organization, operations, and resources
for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
Competency 3.1
Competency 3.2
Competency 3.3
Competency 3.4
Competency 3.5
Competency 3.6
Competency 3.7
Competency 3.8
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of theories
and models of organizations and the principles of organizational
development.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of
operational procedures at the school and district level.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of principles
and issues relating to school safety and security.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of human
resources management and development.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of principles
and issues relating to fiscal operations of school management.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of principles
and issues relating to school facilities and use of space.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legal
issues impacting school operations.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current
technologies that support management functions.
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OUTCOME 4 – Students shall exhibit proficiency in promoting the success of all
learners by collaborating with families and community members, responding to
diverse community interests and needs, and mobilizing community resources.
Competency 4.1
Competency 4.2
Competency 4.3
Competency 4.4
Competency 4.5
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of
emerging issues and trends that potentially impact the school
community.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the
conditions and dynamics of the diverse school community.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of
community resources.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of
community relations and marketing strategies and processes.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of
successful models of school, family, business, community, government
and higher education partnerships.
OUTCOME 5 – Students shall exhibit proficiency in promoting the success of all
learners by acting with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical manner.
Competency 5.1
Competency 5.2
Competency 5.3
Competency 5.4
Competency 5.5
Competency 5.6
Competency 5.7
Competency 5.8
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the
purpose of education and the role of leadership in modern society.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various
ethical frameworks and perspectives on ethics.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the
values of the diverse school community.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of trusting
people and their judgments.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of accepting
responsibility.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of highquality standards, expectations, and performances.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of involving
stakeholders in management processes.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of a safe
environment.
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OUTCOME 6 – Students shall exhibit proficiency in promoting the success of all
learners by understanding, responding to, and influencing the larger political,
social, economic, legal, and cultural context.
Competency 6.1
Competency 6.2
Competency 6.3
Competency 6.4
Competency 6.5
Competency 6.6
Competency 6.7
Competency 6.8
Competency 6.9
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of principles
of representative governance that undergrid the system of American
schools.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the role
of public education in developing and renewing a democratic society and
an economical productive nation.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the law
as related to education and schooling.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the
political, social, cultural and economic systems and processes that impact
schools.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of models
and strategies of change and conflict resolution as applied to the larger
political, social, cultural and economic.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of contexts
of schooling.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of global
issues and forces affecting teaching and learning.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the
dynamics of policy development and advocacy under our democratic
political system.
The student has demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the
importance of diversity and equity in a democratic society.
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