EDUC6033

Educational Administration: Theory and Practice

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Not available in 2014

Previously offered in 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Focuses on enhancing the ability to use theoretical concepts to refine and improve practice including a better understanding of the theoretical foundations, bureaucracy, organisational climate and culture, professionals within educational settings, as well as motivating staff, educational leadership, conflicts, organisational politics and decision-making.

Objectives - Enhance the knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts in educational administration with special emphasis in relating theory to practice.
- Facilitate the development of skills and competencies of the participants to adopt the appropriate strategies, techniques and approaches based on theoretical concepts and best practices to move the organisations forward.
- Facilitate the development of critical thinking to draw from the knowledge, experience, research and best practices in finding solutions to institutional problems and issues.
Content Ten broad topics are considered for this purpose. The topics are: Theoretical Foundations of Educational Administration, Bureaucracy, Organisational Climate & Culture, Professionals in Organisations, Educational Leadership, Motivation & Job Satisfaction, Organisational Communication, Management & Resolution of Conflicts, Organisational Politics and Democratisation & Participatory Decision-Making.
Replacing Course(s) NA
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Nil
Modes of Delivery External Mode
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Seminar
Workshop
Assessment Items
Other: (please specify) Course evaluation consists of three assessment tasks: two journal article type minor papers of 1350-1500 words (each)(2x30%) and a major written assignment of 1800-2000 words assignment (40%).
Contact Hours Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Seminar: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term