EDAD 801 - Philosophy and Historical Foundations of Urban Education

3 Credits (Fall, Spring)
Prerequisite(s): None. The purpose of the course is to analyze and study the philosophical and historical foundations that underline leadership concepts and practices in contemporary urban educational settings. Students explore the political, social, and economic context in which urban institutions operate. Students also examine effective leadership and management strategies for urban institutions in eight key policy/management areas: finance, personnel/employee relations, students’ performance, program definition (curriculum and student services), facilities and security, media (communications and community relations), and education law.