PAEDU106. Intro. to Continuing Ed.
Introduction to Continuing Education Course explores historical and conceptual foundations of theory and practice of continuing education, of adult learning theory, basic terminology, the nature of adult students, and major institutions offering educational experiences to adult learners. Adult and continuing education, is a vibrant area of education and is in great flux. Any serious inquiry includes consideration of a number of controversial questions.
PAEDU120. Resources for Children
Introduction to the basic principles, practices and resources needed for the selection and development of a library collection for children (print and non-print) in the school media center and public library. Survey and critical evaluation of children's literature as well as techniques for using materials in library and curricular settings.
PAEDU160. Christian Education
A survey of the scope of education in the local church. Focus is upon Biblical basis, goals, agencies, methods, materials, and tools for evaluation.
PAEDU180. Methds,Matls&TechsofRdgI
An overview of the major approaches to the teaching of children/adults to read. A major emphasis will be the study and utilization of materials actually found in the laboratory setting. Additional stress will be placed upon the acquisition of the vocabulary specific to reading education and the the piloting of reading lessons with small groups of school children.
PAEDU181. Meth.Matls&Techn.ReadgII
An overview of the major approaches to the teaching of children/adults to read. A major emphasis will be the study and utilization of materials actually found in the laboratory setting. Additional stress will be placed upon the acquisition of the vocabulary specific to reading education and to the piloting of reading lessons with small groups of children.
PAEDU184. Play Therapy
Play as a therapeutic technique for working with children.
PAEDU200. School Law & Educ.in NJ
Studies and explores the rights and responsibilities of state legislatures, state educational authorities and local school districts, and citizens in the development and control of New Jersey's public school systems.
PAEDU201. TheEmotionally Disturbed
Overview of the emotional and social characteristics of the emotionally disturbed. Emphasis is on the theories of causation, evaluation and educational programs available to the emotionally disturbed.
PAEDU202. Intro.Mental Retardation
Emphasis placed on physical, emotional and social characteristics of the mentally retarded. Identification, diagnosis and treatment of the mentally retarded included.
PAEDU203. CurrculmConstctnVoTechEd
A study of procedures in planning a program, the development of instructional units, preparation of course outlines, and formation of lesson plans in the vocational and technical fields.
PAEDU221. Language Arts in Elem.Ed
Principles, objectives, methods, and materials of teaching the language arts and children's literature in the elementary school.
PAEDU222. Art Act.&Apprec.Elem.Sch
Activities needed by elementary teachers to plan and implement art programs appropriate for young children.
PAEDU224. Folk Lit.& Storytelling
A study of the principles of selection, adaption, and the techniques and art of storytelling, book talks and book reviews; a survey of the literature of folk and fairy tales, myths, fables, etc.; practical experience in storytelling to groups; and planning story hour programs.
PAEDU225. Group Work W/Children
Essential components of group work practice with chidlren and adolescents. Treatment groups in schools, group homes, residential settings, etc. Assessment and intake skills, group process, planning treatment goals, and the use of various strategies and interventions to help children problem solving and develop social skills.
PAEDU270. Manual Comm. & Instrc.St
Manual Communications and Instructional Strategies. Expressive and receptive fingerspelling and signing are the focus of study. Manual communication skills that are used in educational and social settings are emphasized. Building vocabulary, sign language concepts, conversational sign language, aspects of deaf awareness, and augmentative communication systems are presented.
PAEDU271. Creative Act forHandicap
Creative Activities for the Handicapped. This course examines arts and crafts ideas, projects and materials related to special needs, interests and abilities of handicapped children and youth. It stresses the selection of appropriate activities to develop skills that enhance academic, social, and recreational capabilities.
PAEDU273. Curr.Cons. in Bus.&MktgE
Curriculum Construction in Business and Marketing Education Emphasizes the procedures in developing new, or updating present, business and marketing education curricula. Various learning strategies are explored and students apply appropriate curriculum construction and evaluation guidelines to simulated classroom situations. Special consideration given to curriculum activities designed to prepare high school students for the world of work. Performance objectives and occupational competencies are studied.
PAEDU275. Assess/Rem/Read/Writ/Dif
Assessment and Remediation of Reading and Writing Difficulties Focuses on diagnostic teaching of reading and writing. A decision-making model of the diagnostic process is presented as the basis for determining reading and writing strengths and weaknesses.
PAEDU281. Intro to Teaching
Provides students with an introduction to some of the situations they will encounter as teachers. Through individual and and group research, small and large group discussions, and simulated teaching-learning experiences, students are encouraged to offer a variety of solutions to challenges that are adressed by teachers in the classroom.
PAEDU282. Intro to Special Educat.
A comprehensive overview of historical & contemporary approaches to the education of specific learning disabilities children: speech-handicapped, visually handicapped, & children with behavior disorders. Basic foundations concerning the nature & cause of the various disabilities.
PAEDU283. Intro. to Lrng. Disabils
Overview of theories and practices in psycho-educational diagnosis and remediation of children's learning disabilities. The areas of perception, cognition, language and motivation will be explored in relation to school subject matter and classroom performance.
PAEDU290. Instructional Media
Operation of instructional media equipment, production of multi-media materials, and utilization of equipment and materials in the teaching situation.
PAEDU301. RemedialReadingforHandic
Remedial Reading for the Handicapped. A specific course designed to diagnose and remediate reading disabilities encountered by handicapped students. The student will gain an awareness of individual learning styles and corrective techniques based on current research including matching handicapped students to appropriate reading materials and remedial approaches.
PAEDU308. Elem Art Educ Methods
Experience with theory & implementation. Organizational Information required for the professional art educator is included.
PAEDU309. Children's Art
This course integrates theory with practice in a wide variety of hands-on activities that are appropriate for young children. Duplicates PAEDU307 - Art Education for Teachers
PAEDU317. Mat for Yng Ad
Materials for Young Adults Examination and evaluation of materials in relation to the developmental characteristics of young adults and theories of literary criticism; guidance in the use of these materials.
PAEDU320. Reading Diag and Remedia
Reading Diagnosis and Remediation This course explores formal and informal assessment procedures used for dianostic purposes and how to plan instructional strategies that reinforce the children's strength as well as eliminate their vulnerabilities.
PAEDU321. Elementary Music Methods
A study of purpose, objectives, techniques, & materials for teaching general music in grades K-6.
PAEDU322. Expressive Lang. Arts El
Creative writing & poetry; children's literature; black literature; oral & written communication; spelling & handwriting; psychological principles underlying communication arts; classroom observations, videotape critiques & research studies in this area.
PAEDU325. Integrated Arts II
The focus will be on the exploration of drama and creative movement for the elementary classroom and the methods for integrating these arts experiences with the language arts and social studies curriculum.
PAEDU328. Rel Pub SchInst Ag NJ
Relations of Public School with the Institutions & Agencies of New Jersey. Particular attention is directed to the problem of caring for atypical children, the work of prevention of delinquency and maladjustment and the methods which may be used by administrators, supervisors, and teachers to avail themselves of greater assistance with problems surrounding the teaching of atypical students.
PAEDU330. TchngPost-SecndrySchools
Formulating objectives and constructing courses of study, selecting instructional materials and resources, preparation of teaching plans, teaching and supervising classes, and evaluating instruction.
PAEDU332. Workshp & Prog. Planning
Workship and Program and Planning Provides a systematic approach to planning, conducting, and evaluating workshops and short programs for adult learners. The emphaisis is on developing student skills and knowledge through practice and feedback in simulated situations.
PAEDU340. Music Jr.-Sr. Hi School
MUSIC IN THE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL> Methods, materials, & techniques for junior-senior high school.
PAEDU341. Materls.and Meths.inMath
Selection, organization, and presentation of mathematics curricula, with emphasis on secondary schools.
PAEDU342. Gen.Methds.ForSecondEduc
Study covers individualized and interdisciplinary learning methods, measurement and evaluation, teaching and curriculum development, and organization of the secondary school.
PAEDU343. Prob.Second.Lev.Tech.Dev
Problems in Secondary Level Teaching of Developmentally Handicapped. The needs of the developmentally handicapped student at the secondary level. Emphasis upon the acquisition of those attitudes and skills necessary to obtain and maintain independence in today's society. Modification and innovation of curricula, methods and materials for pre-vocational and occupational levels.
PAEDU344. Indivds.w/Disablty inFam
INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES IN A FAMILY/COMMUNITY CONTEXT This course will examine the needs of children & adults with disabilities, their parents, & siblings in relation to counseling. Emphasis will be placed on a developmental perspective starting with the prenatal concerns of parents to the concerns of aging parents. Analyses of attitudes toward individuals with disabilties, & current counseling practices will also be presented.
PAEDU345. Health Info for Teachers
Designed to acquaint students with contemporary health information essential for optimal personal & community health & with the structure & function of the school health program. Through this course, participants will become more health conscious & more keenly aware of the probable health education needs of pupils with whom they come into contact. The material provides the basis for personal & professional well-being and the fostering of positive attitudes & behaviors about health among pupils.
PAEDU346. Mus.in Ed.Hand:CurMth&Mt
Music in the Education of the Handicapped: Curriculum, Methods, and Materials The role of music in education of the handicapped in Grades N-12; music activities for those with special physical, sensory, emotional, and mental needs.
PAEDU347. Phy.Ed.Sp.Chld.:CurMthMt
Physical Education For Special Children: Curriculum, Methods and Materials Physical Education for children with special physical, mental and perceptual problems. Emphasis on the selection of curriculum, and materials.
PAEDU360. Princ.&Prob.of Vocat.Ed.
Principles and Problems of Vocational Education Relates business and marketing education to the vocational education process in the U.S. The philosophy and history of education for and about work is studied. Special attention is given to the role of the business and marketing education teacher in preparing students for the world of work. Current concepts, instructional strategies, evaluative concepts, and legislative enactments are explored.
PAEDU361. Resources&Serv for Handi
Resources and Services for the Handicapped. Orientation to the local, state, and national government resources and services available to the handicapped student and the family including the influence of the non-profit sector on our present delivery system for the handicapped. The student will become aware of how to become an advocate that cannot only protect the existing system, but also influence change when necessary. An overview of rules and regulations influencing the education of the handicapped will be presented.
PAEDU362. Meth./Mat:SeverelyMultiH
Methods/Materials for Severely/Multihandicapped. This course assists paraprofessionals and professionals in developing skills for the systematic instruction of moderately and severely handicapped individuals. Focus will be on programs for development of socially appropriate behavior, speech and non-speech communication, functional reading, self-care and motor skills.
PAEDU363. Prin. & Philo. of Voc Ed
Principles and Philosophy of Vocational Education History, meaning, aims, administration, and place in school
PAEDU364. Ed. Gover. & Organiza.
Educational Goverance and Organization Status, issues and trends in Special Education: A historical perspective and status study of the organization and administration of special education; in-depth analysis of the major public policy issues and trends influencing the education of exceptional children in this decade.
PAEDU365. Special Ed. Methd. & Cur
Special Education Methods and Curriculum Basic methods course in special education. Includes historical perspective, resources, legislation, classification, curriculum design, teaching strategies, scheduling and introduction to computer programs for handicapped students.
PAEDU366. Lang/Arts/Read/PreSch/El
Language Arts/Reading in the Pre-School and Elementary Curriculum Theory and practice of teaching listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar with topics appropriate to the grade level and content.
PAEDU367. Sci & Math for Spec Popu
Science and Mathematics for Special Populations Adaptation of regular curriculum materials in science and mathematics, for use with handicapped populations. Use of special education materials in content areas.
PAEDU376. TchngMathinElmntrySchool
Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School. Concrete, manipulative approach to teaching mathematics concepts. The psychology of learning mathematics; the elementary curriculum; effective teaching techniques.
PAEDU377. TchngSci&SocStudinElySch
Teaching Science and Social Studies in the Elementary School. Examination of teaching processes and materials in science and in social studies. Includes separate study of each field as well as integrated approach.
PAEDU378. Thry&Prac/TchngEng2dLngI
Theory and Practice of Teaching English as a Second Language I. Introduction to the linguistics method, materials and techniques of teaching English as a Second Language.
PAEDU379. Thry&PracTchngEng2dLngII
Theory and Practice of Teaching English as a Second Language II. Teaching, testing, and planning in the English as a Second Language classroom.
PAEDU382. Assessing Voc.StudntProg
Assessing Vocational Student Progress Development. Use of systems approach to course design, criterion-referenced objectives, & four taxonomies of educational objectives in development of written tests, laboratory & work station performance tests, & attitude measures. Data are used for evaluation of student progress & program modification.
PAEDU383. Educational Technology
Systems analysis & systematic instructional program development as they relate to the design & development training resources. Students develop or revise field test and evaluate training materials.
PAEDU386. Computers in Education
This course is designed to acquaint future teachers with the use of microcomputers in educational settings. Instruction in a laboratory setting will enable students to acquire the skills necessary to utilize microcomputers as effective instruments in the teaching, learning, and management processes of today's education. In a sense, Computers in Education is a method and materials course applicable to the teaching/learning of all subjects areas and to class/school management.
PAEDU388. Curr.Theory&Prac.forDev.
Curriculum Theory & Practice for the Developmentally Disabled. Location and selection of appropriate materials related to the needs of the developmentally handicapped. Guidelines for selecting, organizing, planning, coordinating materials, books, aand equipment in basic curriculum areas. Study of existing programs. Students will investigate the most recent research including the impact and interaction of social, psychological, and neurological factors. Observations required in classrooms for the developmentally disabled and resource room.
PAEDU390. Teach. Eng.to Speakers
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages: Materials and Techniques Study of materials, approaches, and techniques used in teaching the various language skills in English to speakers of other languages.
PAEDU394. Span. in Bilingual Sch.
Spanish in Bilingual Schools Emphasis on Spanish language development for bilingual teachers at the elementary level. Presentation of specialized vocabulary in teaching elementary courses. Development and evaluation of bilingual teaching materials in Spanish.
PAEDU395. Curr. & Meth. in Hlth Ed
Curriculum and Methods in Health Education Development and implmentation of the health curriculum and its place in the total school program K trhough 12. Development of instructional units and lesson plans for health instruction.
PAEDU400. School Community Relatns
Reviews the progress, status and current public relations trends in schools in multicultural settings. Emphasis on initiation, development and implementation of school public relations programs through group processes.
PAEDU403. Functning on ChildStudy
Functioning on the Child Study Team. This course will focus on the members of the Child Study Team and their roles as members of the team. Review of laws pertaining to School Psychologist, School Social Worker and Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant. Emphasis on the team approach of such professionals.
PAEDU405. Approach.to ClassrmMgmt.
Approaches to Classroom Management in Special Education. Empirically tested principles of learning and educational strategies will be studied and applied to special education programs. Emphasis will be on managing a classroom, increasing student motivation, practices for improvement student learning, and responding to inappropriate behaviors.
PAEDU406. IntergratingReg&Spec.Edu
Integrating Regular and Special Education. Examination of teacher roles and instructional programs in regular and special education. Focus on coordinating and intergrating educational services. Both theoretical concepts and practical procedures emphasized.
PAEDU408. Coun&VocGuidanceHandicap
Counseling and Vocational Guidance for Handicapped Children. A study of existing rehabilitation resources in the community. The contributions and services of the rehabilitation team to children and their families. The availability of those services and guidance as to their uses are stressed.
PAEDU409. Meth. of Teach. Heb. Rdg
Methods of Teaching Hebrew Reading Teaching Hebrew on elementary level with special emphasis given to teaching learning disabled children who are mainstreamed into the Hebrew/Jewish school classroom. Teaching techniques for decoding, phonetics, oral/aural language, reading comprehension and written expression will be included.
PAEDU412. Interven.Strat.Handicapp
Intervention Strategies for Handicapped and At Risk Infants Indepth study of intervention strategies, curricula, and program models for young children birth to three years. Topics include selection, implementation, and evaluation of the different techniques. The course will have an interdisciplinary focus.
PAEDU413. CurriculumPlng&Mths I
Curriculum Planning and Methods I Curriculum & planning and Methods I is concerned with communication skills (reading silent & oral-vocabulary development, & comprehension. Course stresses:1)a behavioral diagnosis of com munication & arithmetic strengths & weaknesses 2)the development & implementation of intervention strategies for various populations of exceptional children; 3)the selection & /or development of appropriate materials for instruction; 4)the procedures & techniques for continuous evaluation for the instructional process in order to determine effectiveness.
PAEDU414. CurriculumPlng&MthsII
Curriculum Planning and Methods II Curriculum planning Methods II emphasize arithmetic skills. Course stresses: 1)a behavioral diagnosis of communication & arithmetic strengths & weaknesses 2)the development & implemtation of intervention strategies for various populations of exce ptional children; 3) the selection & /or development of appropriate materials for instruction; 4) the procedures & techniques for continuous evaluation for the instructional process in order to determine effectiveness.
PAEDU418. Sem. in Music Adm.& Sup.
Seminar in Music Administration and Supervision Problems in planning, development, organizing, and administering the elementary and secondary school music program.
PAEDU421. Senior Research
Techniques of research; introduction to statistics for the purpose of evaluating literature, making and describing observations, and designing individual research projects in the field of Child Care.
PAEDU423. Seminar in Choral Mus Ed
Seminar in Choral Music Education Organization and administration of the school choral program. Emphasis on essential literature and vocal techniques appropriate for various performing groups.
PAEDU424. Seminar in Instr. Mus Ed
Seminar in Instrumental Music Education This seminar is designed to improve understanding of instrumental methods and teaching techniques at all levels of instruction. Topics include instrumental readiness, score reading, recruiting beginning instrumentalists, testing, and improvisation.
PAEDU425. Improv.&Tech.in Sec. Sch
Improvisation and Technology in the Secondary School A course dealing with improvisation, technology and music learning in the secondary school. This course will provide an understanding of music learning and teaching of improvisation in the secondary school and will also provide strategies to implement the use of technology in the classroom, including MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) computers, keyboards, sequencing and notation software.
PAEDU426. Wk w/Par of Excep. Chld
Working With Parents of Exceptional Children A study of the development, goals, and objectives of organized parent education groups. A study of problems of parents of the handicapped.
PAEDU431. Prep.ofHandicapedForWork
Preparation of the Handicapped for the World of Work. This course is designed to orient the regular classroom teacher, special class teacher, and auxiliary personnel concerned with preparing the handicapped for employment. An orientation to vocations,school curricula, work study programs, sheltered workshop facilities, and cooperating agencies that might be utilized will be an integral part of the course.
PAEDU432. Organ & Admin of Adult
Organization and Administration of Adult Education - An examination of organizational behavior and the priniciples of administration in the context of adult and continuing education education. Emphasis on the issues of leadership, decision making organizational culture, power and influence, budgets, marketing, and the implications for practice.
PAEDU434. Prin.of Vocation.Guidanc
Principles of Vocational Guidance. The underlying principles of guidance and their application to the problems of educational and occupational adjustment of students of all ages.
PAEDU436. Prog. Develop. & Eval.
Program Development and Evaluation This course examines the principles and procedures of program development and evaluation used in extension and other adult education agencies; it includes a review of concepts found useful in curriculum development.
PAEDU437. Ext. Organiza. & Admini.
Extension Organization and Administration This course studies the principles of administration and organization and their application to extension work.
PAEDU438. Funda. of Ext. Teach. Ad
Fundamentals of Extension Teaching of Adults This course examines the special needs of adult students in extension education, including a study of classroom techniques. It is recommended for students who have work experience in extension or any other informal adult education agency in the United States.
PAEDU439. Founda. of Adult Educa.
Foundations of Adult Education Philosophy, importance, historical development, professional roles, characteristics, organization, learning problems, and issues.
PAEDU440. Meth/TeachingSciSecSch
METHODS OF TEACHING SCIENCE IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOLS. Designed for students who plan to teach biology, chemistry, earth science, general science, or physics in junior high/ middle school or secondary school.
PAEDU450. Psych. of Adult Learners
Psychology of Adult Learners Psychological, social, and physiological characteristics of adult learners; relationships to family, friends and fellow citizens.
PAEDU460. Org.&Adm.Coop.Educ.Progs
Organization and Administration of Cooperative Education Programs. A study of the philosophy and principles of cooperative education as an instructional strategy for preparing students for the world of work. Emphasis on developing vocational competency through a coordinated program of on-the-job training and classroom instruction. Analyzes federal and state legislation related to employment of youth as student trainees. Topics include program administration, supervision of student lrng.,teaching class,trng. agreements & role of adv. committees
PAEDU463. Prob.&IssuesBilingualSEd
Problems and Issues of Bilingual Special Education. Examines the historical and contemporary problems and issues in the education of children - who are both limited English proficient (LEP) and handicapped. The unique educational, cultural and linguistic needs of this population are addressed.
PAEDU464. Human Relat.in the Ed Cm
HUMAN RELATIONS IN THE EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITY Examines human awareness & human rights in terms of self-concepts & sensitivity to others. The course emphasizes experiences that give insights into the effects of human relations on educational processes & goals. The focus is on development of teacher attitudes & examination of specific problems minority groups & women face in the educational community.
PAEDU465. Prepar. Handicap. Wld Wk
Preparation of the Handicapped for the World of Work This course is designed to orient the regular classroom teacher, special class teacher and auxiliary personnel concerned with preparing the handicapped for employment. An orientation to vocations, school curricula, work-study programs, sheltered workshop facilities and cooperating agencies that might be utilized will be an integral part of the course.
PAEDU466. Culture and Education
This course is designed to give a culturally pluralistic and global perspective to the equitable education of culturally and linguistically diverse student populations. Topics will include the historical, philosophical, sociocultural, and theoretical foundations of multicultural education; the importance of cross-cultural communication including relations between nonverbal and verbal language systems; interpersonal skills for encouraging harmony between the dominate culture and culturally and linguistically diverse population.
PAEDU467. Mths for Ed Eval Spec Ed
Methods for the Educational Evaluator in Special Education Focus of course is on development of a professional who will serve as a member of a School-Based Support Team in the capacity of Educational Evaluator as required by federal and state legislation. The aim is to achieve a high level of mastery in selection, administration, scoring, and interpretation of individual measures of educational development and functions.
PAEDU468. Educational Assessment
Survey of, and practical experience with, standard methods and recent developments in educational evaluative procedures; use of teacher-developed assessment techniques; emphasis on standardized testing; the psychological aspects of testing.
PAEDU469. Ed Dia Biling Excep Ind
Educational Diagnosis of Bilingual Exceptional Individuals Course is designed to acquaint the student with tools and procedures used to assess school-age individuals' functioning in the processes underlying learning and in skills acquired in school. Special emphasis given to techniques appropriate for evaluating exceptional individuals whose English proficiency is limited.
PAEDU470. Fund.of Curriculum Devel
Provides background in goals, objectives, assumptions, values, issues, and theory related to modern curriculum. Topics include learning and curriculum, the nature and structure of knowledge and curriculum design, criteria for evaluating curricula and the organization of staff, lay advisors, committees, and consultants for the purpose of curriculum planning. This is a basic course which is a prerequisite for any further study in curriculum
PAEDU472. Ed Excp Chld Mnstrm
Educating the Exceptional Child in the Mainstream. Exploration of the concept of "least restrictive environment" as it appies to a range of handicapping conditons; survey of a variety of educational settings: full time special classes integrated in regular schools, part-time special class, resource rooms, full-time mainstream class with support services; specific techniques for meaningful integration, and procedures for helping regular classroom teachers cope with pupils' special needs.
PAEDU474. Intro Educ &Psy ofExcep
Introduction to Education and Psychology of Exception Children and Youth. This course will give the student an overview of the needs of exceptional children. It will emphasize the identification of handicaps, and the use of individual and group processes for children having hearing losses, visual problems, speech disorders, emotional-social handicaps and intelligence deviations, including mentally retarded and gifted children. It will serve as an introduction to the field of special education.
PAEDU480. Collec.Negotiatns.inEduc
Presents an understanding of the development of the field of negotiations in education. The negotiatin process and technical preparation needed by administrators in working with staff and the board of education in this process are studies. Legal trends, evolving issues, and grievance handling are among the specific negotiation areas treated. Considers the relationship of principal and teachers in the process of negotiation. Sample contracts are reviewed. The negotiation process is simulated.
PAEDU481. School Finance
Examines the historical background and current patterns of financial support for the public schools in depth. Specific areas of study include sources of revenue, expenditures and indebtedness, major fiscal concerns, local, state, and federal taxation, statutory school budget and fiscal controls, and the role of the school fiscal structure in relation to local, state and federal governments.
PAEDU482. Intro Educ Administratn
The role of the administration in the local school setting; the structural relationships in education, and the scope, functions, and tasks of local school administrators.
PAEDU483. Supervis.&Sch.Leadership
A basic overview of the foundations of school leadership and supervision are presented in this course. Theories & processes of leadership and supervisory skills are utilized in practical and theoretical situations involving individuals and group situations which elementary and secondary administrators,supervisors, and teachers may experience.
PAEDU484. School Business Adminis.
Basic principles of the business administration of public school systems are reviewed and analyzed. Problems related to business management, office organization, the budget process, accounting, insurance, debt service, transportation, and the interrelatedness of the business and educational objectives of the school district are studied. Considers the impact of recent technological advancements on school business administration.
PAEDU485. School Plant Planning
Students study both the theory and practical application of the relationships between educational facilities and educational programs. Areas include the development of educational specifications, school site selection, barrier-free accommodations, the relationship of building planning to environmental studies and energy conservation, the utilization of school buildings in a time of declining enrollment, selection of an architect, bonding procedures, the selection of equipment, and the planning of various facilities based on curricula and community needs.
PAEDU486. School Law
The legal framework for public education is studied, including the state school code. Special attention is given to the powers and duties of boards of education and the rights and responsibilities of parents, students, and employed personnel.
PAEDU490. School Library Service
An examination of the organization, operation, planning and equipping of school library media centers. Emphasis upon the role of the media specialist in the curriculum.
PAEDU492. PublicSchoolAdmin II
PUBLIC SCHOOL ADMINSTRATION II. Synthesis & application of theories & research to programs & practics of school site administration. Emphasis upon the managerial functions of planning, organizing, staffing, developing & controlling, as applied to specific operational issues.