KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE PROGRAM/CONCENTRATION PROPOSAL
FORM 02/25/04
PROGRAM OR CONCENTRATION NAME:_Add-On Certification n Educational Leadership_
DEPARTMENT:__________________Educational Leadership__________
PROPOSED EFFECTIVE DATE: _______________________Summer 2006_____
Check One or More of the Following and Complete the Appropriate Sections
Sections to be Completed
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___X_Change in Program/Concentration/Degree Requirements
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III – VII, XII
I – VII, XII
**A new course proposal is required for each new course that is part of the new program
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Title M. Ed. In Educational Leadership
Description Master’s Degree Program for Educational Leaders
Date 11-2005
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III Justification and Need for the Program
The program has already been approved as appropriate specialization for those wishing to
become school leaders. Certification in EDL is required for positions such as Assistant
Principal, Principal, etc. Nearly 100 candidates per year complete this program. We partner with
local school districts (i.e., Cobb, Fulton, Paulding). Candidates completing our program have
been placed in high profile positions such as Assistant Principal of Milton High School and
Assistant Principal of Roswell High School.
 Appropriate specialization
 Quantity of graduates
 Productivity
 Partnering.
 Placement
IV Procedures Used to Develop the Program
The program was developed in collaboration with local school districts and with
wide input and approval from across campus.
V Curriculum: Degree Program Requirements
EDL 7705 Current Issues in Educational Leadership
EDL 7980 Practicum
EDL 7710 Instructional Leadership
EDL 7715 Curriculum Leadership
EDL 7981 Practicum II
EDL 7720 Personnel and Staff Development
EDL 7725 Organizational and Financial Resources
EDL 7799 Portfolio for Add-On Certification
EDL 7730 Educational Policy and Legal Perspectives
Program Admission Requirements:
Applicants for the add-on program must be fully certified teachers in the state of Georgia and
meet the general admission requirements for non-degree graduate studies. Applicants must
provide verification of field experience availability within their school system, verification of a
mentor with whom they will work, and recommendation by two building administrators.
Course Offering Schedule and Plan-of-Study
Semester I
EDL 7705 Current Issues in Educational Leadership
EDL 7710 Instructional Leadership
EDL 7980 Practicum
Semester II
EDL 7715 Curriculum Leadership
EDL 7720 Personnel and Staff Development
Title M. Ed. In Educational Leadership
Description Master’s Degree Program for Educational Leaders
Date 11-2005
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EDL 7981 Practicum II
Semester III
EDL 7725 Organizational and Financial Resources
EDL 7730 Educational Policy and Legal Perspectives
EDL 7799 Portfolio for Add-On Certification
Growth and Flexibility
The program has tripled in size since it’s implementation three years ago. It’s flexibility makes
it particularly attractive to candidates and employers alike.
Course Descriptions
Course Descriptions
EDL 7705 Current Issues in Educational Leadership-This course provides a
reflective overview of issues relating to school leadership and educational
administrative leadership policy and practice and encompasses the wide range of
responsibilities engaged in by the school leader as a collaborative member of a
leadership team. Special attention is given to organizational structure and
administrative processes in Georgia Public Schools.
EDL 7710 Instructional Leadership-This course focuses on the role educational leaders
play in improving the teaching and learning process. It includes the application and
practice of instructional supervisory/leadership philosophy, theory, and principles as they
guide instructional leadership behavior and assessment of the results of instructional
leadership behaviors.
EDL 7715 Curriculum Leadership-This course examines the design, development, and
implementation of curriculum and instructional strategies to create classroom
environments which support the learning of all students.
EDL 7720 Personnel and Staff Development-This course focuses on the personnel
functions and responsibilities of school leaders. Processes and procedures of effective
school personnel administration is emphasized.
EDL 7725 Organizational and Financial Resources-This course provides a
comprehensive overview of the financing of public schools in Georgia and effective
management of school fiscal resources. Proper business procedures and facility
management (maintenance, operations, planning, compliance issues) are discussed in a
perspective of resource management for school improvement.
EDL 7730 Educational Policy and Legal Perspectives-This course provides an overview
of specific legal provisions affecting the operations and leadership of public schools in
Georgia, with consideration of federal and state laws, and local regulations affecting the
rights, privileges, and duties of educational leaders, teachers, learners, and citizens.
Current legal issues are examined and students are introduced to legal reasoning and
analysis.
EDL 7980 Practicum- This course provides an opportunity for students to engage
in field-based experiential learning activities related to educational leadership
under the guidance of a practicing administrator.
EDL 7981 Practicum II- This course provides an opportunity for students to
Title M. Ed. In Educational Leadership
Description Master’s Degree Program for Educational Leaders
Date 11-2005
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engage in field-based experiential learning activities related to educational
leadership under the guidance of a practicing administrator.
EDL 7799 Portfolio for Add-On Certification- Portfolio development is the capstone
experience for the Add-On Certification in Educational Leadership Program. Participants
work independently under the supervision of the program advisor. The foci of the
course are on understanding the nature of portfolio, the Educational Leadership
Licensure (ELCC) standards, and the procedures to be followed in the
development and completion of a professional portfolio.
VI INVENTORY OF FACULTY DIRECTLY INVOLVED
Dr. Roy Rowe, Associate Professor and Department Chair
Dr. Harriet Bessette, Assistant Professor
Dr. Charles Bowen, Associate Professor and Dean of Students
Dr. T. C. Chan, Professor and Program Coordinator for Ed. S. and Ed. D. Development
Mr. Michael Dishman, Esq., Lecturer
Dr. Earl Holliday, Assistant Professor
Dr. Binbin Jiang, Associate Professor
Dr. Augustus McLeod, Temporary Assistant Professor
Dr. Traci Redish, Assistant Professor
Mr. Phil Robbins, Lecturer
Mr. Dan Terry, Lecturer
Dr. Ann Smith, Professor
Dr. J. Foster Watkins, Professor and Associate Dean of Graduate Studies, BCOE
Dr. Linda Webb, Professor and Program Coordinator for Add-On and M. Ed. Programs
Dr. Yiping Wan, Professor and Dean of the BCOE
COURSE/INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT DEPTH
Faculty within the department have expertise derived from experience and formal
training. Within the department are experts in specific areas (i.e., Dr. T. C. Chan is an
internationally acknowledged expert in facilities and finance.) The department supports
faculty for continued professional development and with equipment and with load
reduction where earned/needed.
FACULTY DEVELOPMENT
Faculty participate in a wide array of conferences and development activities.
FACULTY RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP
Faculty are extremely productive in terms of scholarship. Every faculty member within
the department, including junior faculty, is published in a refereed journal.
Additionally, faculty have chapters in books and entire texts.
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Description Master’s Degree Program for Educational Leaders
Date 11-2005
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VII Outstanding programs of this nature at other institutions
We find no evidence that other programs in the state are outstanding.
Unique Features of KSU’s program:
The cohort format, coupled with the two semester practicum make this program unique.
Requirement for administrator support prior to entry is an additional unique feature.
XII Accreditation
The program has been approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission and
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Business Content Audit:
Referencing the Business Content Worksheet, does this program or concentration, incorporating
the information proposed herein, have “traditional business subject” content delivered by faculty
or programs administered by the Coles College of Business? *
_____ Yes
If “yes,” complete a Business Content Worksheet and obtain necessary
approvals as indicated.
___X__ No
_____ Exempt Graduate programs administered by the Coles College are exempt.
__________
*
All graduate programs exceeding 50% business content are automatically required to meet AACSB
International business accreditation standards. The purpose of the audit is to prevent the unintended,
undesirable compulsory inclusion of programs subject to AACSB standards.
Title M. Ed. In Educational Leadership
Description Master’s Degree Program for Educational Leaders
Date 11-2005
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