EDTL 841 - Teaching Leadership to Transform School Culture

In this course, candidates will advance their development as transformative teacher leaders. Specifically, this class supports learners’ understanding of and engagement with equity and social justice issues within U.S. educational institutions. Candidates will review, critically assess, and synthesize appropriate theoretical frameworks and pertinent empirical literature to articulate the values that motivate progressive social change. That is, self-reflexivity, critical dialogue, collective wisdom, humility, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve. Additionally, the curriculum will support learners’ acquisition of effective facilitation strategies and prepare candidates for SMC’s Action Research Conference.

Course credits: 3