THEORY AND PRACTICE IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION

Course Description

Students develop knowledge and skills in management theories and practices, basic management processes and gain effective management skills. They use this information to identify current problems and find solutions in educational institutions. The history of administrative science, classical management theories, contemporary management theories (system approach, contingency theory), management processes (leadership, motivation, change, communication, decision making, planning, organizing), organizational climate, organizational culture content cover the content of the course. The students have the opportunity to use the case studies in the lessons and to use the theoretical knowledge in problem identification and problem solving activities. Students use scientific research methods to research on a topic of their choice and share their findings with group members.

THEORY AND PRACTICE IN EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Knows the concepts, theories and methods related to Educational Administration.
2. 02 Uses concepts, theories and methods related to Educational Administration to solve problems related to educational institutions
3. 03 Conducts original research and writes reports on Educational Management theory and practice issues
4. 04 Analyzes the problems related to educational institutions in a cause-effect relationship and discusses with a critical perspective.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Educational Administration (2012), Fred C.Lunenburg and Allan C. Ornstein, Wadsworth Publishing
2. 02 Course notes and slides

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes

1. 1. Apply theories and concepts of educational administration and leadership to analyze and address organizational issues in educational institutions.
2. 2. Develop strategic plans by conducting environmental analyses, identifying institutional priorities, setting measurable objectives, and designing appropriate implementation strategies.
3. 3. Analyze educational policies, legislation, and governance structures and evaluate their implications for educational organizations and practices.
4. 4. Demonstrate effective leadership skills in areas such as organizational change, team development, conflict management, communication, and decision-making.
5. 5. Use scientific research methods and evidence-based approaches to investigate problems in educational administration and propose appropriate solutions.
6. 6. Analyze organizational structures, cultures, and processes and assess their influence on institutional effectiveness, staff performance, and student outcomes.
7. 7. Apply human resource management principles to recruitment, professional development, performance evaluation, motivation, and staff development in educational institutions.
8. 8. Use quantitative and qualitative data for managerial decision-making, institutional evaluation, planning, and continuous improvement.
9. 9. Evaluate educational organizations from the perspectives of quality assurance, accountability, effectiveness, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.
10. 10. Manage organizational change and innovation by developing strategies that respond to technological, social, cultural, economic, and educational developments.
11. 11. Demonstrate ethical and socially responsible leadership, taking into consideration professional ethics, social justice, diversity, equity, and stakeholder needs.
12. 12. Develop effective communication and collaboration mechanisms with teachers, students, families, policymakers, and other internal and external stakeholders.
13. 13. Apply financial, physical, technological, and other institutional resources effectively in accordance with organizational goals and priorities.
14. 14. Compare national and international educational administration systems and practices and critically evaluate their relevance to different educational contexts.
15. 15. Engage in reflective practice and continuous professional development and demonstrate the capacity to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and practice in educational administration and planning.

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