GED 572 - School Leadership

This course will examine the complexities of modern school leadership from theoretical, practical, and ethical perspectives with a focus on what is meant to be a good school leader. Emphasis in the course is on the practice of school leadership. The course will examine topics such as: the nature of leadership, recognizing leadership traits, developing leadership skills, creating a vision, setting the tone, listening to out-group members, handling conflict, overcoming obstacles, and examining the ethical foundations of school leadership.

Credits: 3 cr.