SPE561 Administration and Supervision of Programs for Exceptional Children and Adolescents

This course explores administrative leadership and instructional supervision in the successful operation of a Special education program. Examining the nature and function of administrator and supervisor as instructional leaders and discusses supervisory techniques and strategies leading to organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Programmatic and academic solutions to unique problems will be identified and discussed for possible implementation relating to exceptional children and adolescents. This course covers special education laws and regulations (Federal & State), policies (Federal, State & District), public and private organizations, personnel (certified and non-certified), budgets, delivery of service systems, collaboration, evaluation, accountability, parent relationships, and issues and trends. Prerequisite(s): Type 75 Masters Degree or Consent of the Instructor 2 Semester Hours 2 semester hours