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The following specific program objectives have been formulated to
enable the student to develop in the following ways:

1. Acquire broad and comprehensive knowledge of
leadership
2. Acquire knowledge of the current principles of learning as
they are applied to classroom practices, procedures,
assessment and management
3. Acquire knowledge of traditional and technological
techniques, practices, and procedures related to
personnel utilization and management
4. Acquire a broad and comprehensive knowledge of group
dynamics which emphasizes personal and interpersonal
skills in problem-solving and decision-making
5. Acquire knowledge of techniques, practices, and
procedures related to supervision
6. Acquire knowledge of how the curriculum is developed,
organized, implemented, and evaluated
7. Acquire an understanding of the necessity of and the
procedures for developing and maintaining an effective
school community
8. Demonstrate the ability to work as a member of a group
in applying problem-solving skills as they are related to
case studies in education
9. Acquire skills in research techniques and the use of
various forms of assessment in the interpretation and
evaluation of best practices in school administration and
supervision
10. Acquire a broad knowledge of leadership and the
importance of reflections and theory in determining
practice
11. Demonstrate skills in the accumulation and preparation of
material designed to evaluate the educational program of
a school
12. Acquire increased understanding of/or pursue special
interests in other disciplines to better comprehend the
function of curriculum and instruction
13. Acquire legal concepts and developments related to the
professional lives of public school teachers and
administrators

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