EDU 8018 - Leading Special Education & Support Systems

This course examines critical issues in student services educational leadership. Students will explore topics related to leadership roles and responsibilities, change management, maintaining relationships with all stakeholders, and staff development Highlights of the course include: . Responsibilities for coordination of Pupil Services within a school district are outlined and studied, including, over-representation of diverse learning in special education, prevention, and early intervention, and effective instructional strategies for students with disabilities in inclusive settings . Special education fiscal responsibility . Emphasis on current practice in the field of student services programs, state-level requirements, and national trends . Management of special education and student service programs . Advanced knowledge of issues and research in the education of individuals with special needs

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