Spring 2006

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The USD Reflective Decision Making model for preparing educators provides the framework supporting the School of Education professional programs.  Reflective leaders are skilled educators whose practices and decisions draw upon the best available theory, research, and experiential wisdom.  Reflective decision-making engages administrators in cycles of thought and action based on theoretical, ethical, and professional knowledge.  The purpose of this course is to prepare advanced graduate students to conduct and interpret research in educational administration and related fields.  To achieve this purpose, the course will (a) provide information regarding research concepts, strategies, methodology, and application in education, behavioral sciences, and related fields; (b) portray research as a means of generating knowledge which may be used to build theory, develop policy, and support decision making in educational administration; (c) provide opportunities for the development of basic skills needed to conduct and interpret educational research and communicate research findings to relevant audiences; and (d) provide opportunities for students to engage in meaningful dialogue regarding the potential benefits and applicability of conducting and reviewing research in the area of educational administration and related fields.

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