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The purpose of this course is to provide doctoral students with the skill
necessary to design empirical research studies in the field of education.
Survey, correlation and experimental research methods and practices
are emphasized in the course. Course topics include: purposes and
types of educational research; steps in conducting research and
preparing a research proposal; selection of research questions for
investigation and literature reviews; basic statistical methods and an
introduction to statistical packages; development and validation of
instrumentation; principles of sampling; research designs; data
collection techniques; interpreting results, drawing conclusions, and
reporting results. Survey and experimental research methods and
practices are emphasized in the course.

EDAD 840 LEADERSHIP WITH TECHNOLOGY IN A GLOBAL
INFORMATION
Former course number 716 Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
This course will equip students with information, skills and strategies to
make efficient use of technology including computer, communications
and instructional to lead twenty first American schools.

EDAD 845 MANAGING FINANCIAL RESOURCES IN URBAN
EDUCATION
Former course number 714 Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
This course includes analysis and discussion of current public and
private local, state, and national sources of revenue for the support of
public education. In addition, the students study school finances
practice including detailed analysis of budgetary processes. Principles
of sound management of income and expenditures bonding
procedures, accounting, and auditing are also examined.

EDAD 850 EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP INTERDISCIPLINARY
SEMINAR
Former course number 761 Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
This course will address leadership ideas, values, cultures, and
contemporary issues that are affecting society generally and education
particularly. Also, the seminar will serve to enhance students’
knowledge of multiculturalism, racial, ethnic, and gender diversity, and
individuals with handicaps. Additionally, it will address school-

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