January 2026 University Catalog

ED8322 School Improvement for P-12 School Leaders

This course is an overview of the school leader's role in supporting school improvement. Students examine specific strategies and processes to assess a school's current state and needs, followed by strategic data collection, disaggregation of formative and summative data, and examination of school improvement plans. Students also explore the continuous process of viable school improvement through climate surveys, research-based instruction, and enhanced teacher capacity, which leads to improved school climate, curriculum, instruction, and, ultimately, student outcomes. Finally, students interact with practicing school administrators to gain insight into the field of school leadership. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

ED7820, EDD8000; may be taken concurrently with ED6823.