EDSA 551 - Organizational Dynamics and Culture of School Systems

Credit(s): 3
3 semester hours
This course explores the different theories that guide educational leadership practices in school systems. The focus of this course explains organizational administrative behavior in school systems, with special emphasis on structure, dynamics, politics, decision making, culturally responsive leadership practices, and quality outcomes. The class will include discussion and analysis of cases, examination of experiences in schools and districts, and the application of theory to practice. Eighteen hours of field experience required. Eighteen hours of fieldwork.