Theory to Practice

PART 1: SHORT ESSAY ITEMS

Short Essay Item 1: “Having been hired as the first principal of a new charter school, propose to the board a process for developing a shared vision of learning for the school. Include methods for involving stakeholders and apply theories relevant to building, implementing and stewarding the vision. Integrate course content from the present and/or previous courses in educational leadership, applying theory to practice in meaningful, practical ways.”

ELCC 1.1

Short Essay Item 2: “As an educational leader, you are responsible for the teaching and learning aspect of education. Describe the learning environment for which you will strive. Include how you will apply theories of human development behavior, personalized learning environment, and motivation to influence school culture and to ensure student success. Integrate course content from the present and/or previous courses in educational leadership, applying theory to practice in meaningful, practical ways.”

ELCC 2.1

Short Essay Item 3: “As a school administrator, how will you develop a plan of action to address needs of students, parents, and caregivers? Include approaches for collaboration with stakeholders and strategies for effective oral and written communication with families and caregivers. Integrate course content from the present and/or previous courses in educational leadership, applying theory to practice in meaningful, practical ways.”

ELCC 4.3

Short Essay Item 4: “Ethical behavior is characterized by honesty, fairness, and equity in interpersonal, professional, and academic relationships. Explain how ethical behavior influences school culture, student achievement, and your own leadership. Support your statements with examples. Integrate course content from the present and/or previous courses in educational leadership, applying theory to practice in meaningful, practical ways.”

ELCC 5.2