381P. Quantitative Research Design and Analysis. Emphasis on theory and application of survey research, including sampling, measurement, questionnaire construction, validity and reliability, data reduction and analysis. Types of qualitative research, including the broad categories of phenomenology, case study research, ethnography, and critical research. The philosophies, methodologies, and issues associated with various kinds of qualitative research. Development of skills in methods of gathering data, such as interviewing, participant observation, and collection of documents and records.
Students examine and begin the process of data analysis.
682G. Foundations in Educational Administration. A fused, multidisciplinary foundational core course covering major task areas, administrative theory and processes, and supporting knowledge from other disciplines. Six lecture hours a week for one semester. May be repeated for credit when the topics vary. Admission by application only.