EDSA 598 - Functions of Human Capital in Educational Administration

Credit(s): 3
3 semester hours
This course is designed for those preparing for positions in school administration, with particular emphasis on human resource administration on the building and central office levels. The scope of the course will consist of the functions of human capital, specifically in the areas of strategic human planning, recruiting, hiring, evaluating staff; contract administration, negotiations and critical issues of human resource/human capital administration in the 21st century. The following topics will be covered: Strategic Human Resources Planning Analyzing staffing trends for public school districts Identifying policy decisions relative to staffing allocations Recruiting, selecting and hiring process for a diverse workforce Developing effective Induction, orientation and mentoring programs Creating effective Staff Development/Adult Learning Performance Evaluation Rewards/Progressive Discipline/Termination Contract Administration Critical Issues in the administration of Human Resources Legal Issues related to Human Resources In addition, the course will provide insight and assistance in the development of caring, critical and reflective professionals responsive to the needs of a diverse society. Eighteen hours of fieldwork is required.