ELP 621 - Practicum I Strategic Leadership in District Governance Credits: 3

Provides an initial exploration and exposure to leadership roles at the district setting and should be taken as part of a candidate’s Tier 1 cluster of courses at beginning 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 basic leadership activities as assigned by mentor and conducting a case study on leadership concepts. Candidate will participate in three leadership seminars which focus on leadership foundations and best practices as articulated by current leaders in the field and a basic action research activity. Candidate will also begin to explore the role of the superintendent as an agent of change and/or reform. Projects and activities from Practicum I may carry over into Practicum II.