Emphasis is on blending current theory and practice and examining the interaction among the organization and the internal and external environment. Working in a guided reflective practice environment, the student will apply knowledge gained in previous coursework to working in school building operations. This course examines the administration of special programs that operate at the district and school level. These include special education, Chapter I, vocational education, guidance, and athletic programs. The unique role of school systems in the democratic social structure is examined through a theoretical critique of strategies that increase citizen involvement in and build support for schools.
Course introduces the theories, techniques, and practices of planned organizational learning.
Students examine the philosophical, theoretical, and practical differences of organizational development as interventionist, consultative, and collaborative processes. Analysis of duties, roles, and responsibilities of local school district leadership. Specific competencies of building school support, planning, curriculum development, personnel, legal, financial, and planning are covered. The purpose of the course is to involve students in an analysis of the role and functions of school business management. Participants will analyze data in each topical area of school business management.