EDUC 620 Leadership in Schools as Learning Communities (3 credits)
Examines conceptions of learning communities along with the roles of students, staff, parents and the wider community. Investigates the power relationships between parents, school jurisdictions and government departments and implications for school leaders and staff. Develops individual leadership growth plans, manages teacher growth, supervision, and evaluation.
EDUC 626 Leadership in Curriculum and Instruction (3 credits)
Examines effective instruction and how it is developed and implemented in schools. Investigates effective links to instruction, assessment and reporting. Develops models of supportive supervision, evaluation for effective pedagogy, and best practices in Human Resource Management.
EDUC 630 Leadership in Comprehensive School Health and Wellness (3 credits)
Examines theories of change and the engagement of school communities in the development of shared values and vision. Investigates collaboration strategies and techniques to enhance learning and wellness outcomes.
EDUC 635 Leadership in Communication and Community Engagement (3 credits)
Examines communication approaches and methods for enhanced engagement of school staff, parents, and the wider community. Develops communication approaches that model and promote collaborative dialogue, deal with conflict constructively, and build trust across diverse cultural communication modes.
EDUC 641 Examination of Contemporary Topics (3 credits)
The course examines current educational issues and their impact on learning and leadership within a school.
EDUC 647 Emerging Theories of Learning (3 credits)
Examines current and emerging theories of learning and their applications to the work of educational leaders in supporting student learning and achievement.
EDUC 652 Public Education Systems and their Historical Roots in Canada (3 credits)
Identifies historical roots for the current educational systems across Canada. Understands how past concepts of public education affects today’s approaches and systems. Supports the application of foundational knowledge about Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
EDUC 657 Ethical Leadership Theory and Practice (3 credits)
Examines ethical examples in education, business and management and draws upon situations and cases emphasizing senior-level ethical concepts and principles. Develops productive approaches to addressing ethical issues.
EDUC 660 Research Ethics and Methodologies (3 credits)
Develops knowledge and skill in fundamental educational research methods. Examines qualitative and quantitative methods related to school and classroom research. Identifies the methods to use for the final research project. Develops an applied research plan from initial research question to completion. Submits applicable proposed research to Concordia University of Edmonton’s Research Ethics Board for approval.
EDUC 661 Applied Research Project (3 credits) (Prerequisite – EDUC 660)
Implements and completes the research plan. Achieves key milestones in the completion of research plan.