ELP 627 - Practicum II Strategic Instructional Leadership Credits: 3

Provides an advanced exploration and exposure to leadership roles at the district setting and should be taken as part of a candidate’s Tier 3 cluster of courses at end of program of study. Candidates expected to log 180 hours of practical field experiences to include, but not limited to, shadowing school leaders, observing other educators, assuming responsibility for instructional leadership activities as assigned by mentor and conducting a case study on instructional leadership concepts. In addition, the candidate will participate in three leadership seminars which will focus on instructional leadership foundations and best practices as articulated by current leaders in the field. Candidate will also begin to explore the role of superintendent as an agent of change and/or reform. Projects and activities from Practicum I may carry over into Practicum II.