Summer 2006
"[We] could not help but be impressed with the educational leadership program
[at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities]. It is a program worth emulating."
NCATE / Minnesota Board
of Teaching Review Team, Fall 2005
“Among NCATE accredited universities, the University of Minnesota’s College
of Education and Human Development ranks number one in the nation among all
public universities.”
Steve Yussen, dean of the College of Education and Human Development
Spotlight On…
Dr. Gloria Kumagai
Dr. Kumagai has been named Assistant Coordinator for Licensing and Leadership Development
for Educational Administrators at the University of Minnesota. Read our full interview
welcoming Dr. Kumagai as a member of the licensure team.
Features
An Investigation into the Daily Work of Educational
Administrators Using Web Log Technology, by Dr. Ann Zweber Werner, Dr. Klya
L. Wahlstron, and Amy Garrett Dickers [.pdf]
Read how this fascinating new study has leveraged the latest in web technology to
create a deeper meaning of the complexities, timelines, and context of the work
of the elementary principal.
Carrying on the vision, by Dr. Nancy Meyer
Licensure student and educational professional Nancy Meyer discusses how Governor
Pawlenty’s education proposal could have a serious impact on meeting the needs of
our schools.
Middle school musings, by Dr. Lynn Scearcy
Second in a series, Dr. Lynn Scearcy reminds us that the work we do for our “kids
in the middle” is crucial, and that the bigger picture includes middle school programs
that focus on the unique needs of our students.
Licensure courses, summer and fall 2006
Read detailed descriptions of courses scheduled for the K-12 Principal, Superintendent,
Director of Special Education, and Director of Community Education licensure programs.
Space is limited so register soon!
From the director, Dr. Ann Werner
Reviews of literature from exemplary doctoral dissertations
[.pdf]
“In a perfect world, wouldn’t it be lovely to have enough time to do in-depth reviews
of literature for important topics that are addressed by educational leaders?” Dr.
Ann Werner answers her own question by making the time to provide you with recent
reviews on timely topics. Our review this issue: “Principals’ Practices Regarding
Teacher Participation in School Decision-Making” by Karen Duke.
Principal emotions; a seldom addressed topic in principal
preparation programs
Explore how emotion, good or bad, can be a valuable tool in furthering our understanding
of leadership.
Director of special education licensure; directors of
community education-an important area of service; students specializing in leading
alternative programs welcome
Now is the time to become licensed as a school
superintendent!
An estimated seventy openings for school superintendents are predicted for the 2006-2007
school year in Minnesota alone. Don’t miss this opportunity to administer your own
brand of leadership at the district level.
Regular columns
Bulletin board
- EdPA 5322—The School Superintendent, Fall 2006
- EdPA 5323—Women in Leadership, Fall 2006
- (STL) graduate certificate's biennial Campus Week is July 10 through July
15
- Searching for a job in Minnesota education? Check out our job openings
Calendar
Access important events and academic deadlines here
Kudos
It’s time to celebrate: Congratulations to the recent graduates of the licensure
and EdAd doctoral programs!
“FYI”
ATTENTION LICENSURE STUDENTS: Summer 2006 queued registration (for current students)
begins April 11, and open registration (for non-degree students) begins April 18.
Fall 2006 registration begins April 13. See
course listings.
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