Leadership Education & Leadership Studies
Courses for Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication (ALEC) +/-
800. Overview to Program Planning (3 cr II) Lec 3.
Prereq: ALEC 305 or ALEC/TEAC 805/NUTR 806
Designed for individuals interested in developing and/or improving program planning skills.
Theoretical and applied considerations for identifying content design, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs that vary in length from several hours to several months.
*801. Theoretical Foundations of Leadership (3 cr) Lec.
Major research thrusts in leadership field. Historical and contemporary research studies, surveying the literature, developing theory, and conceptualizing original research questions and problems.
*802. Developing Leadership Capacity in Organizations and Communities (3 cr)
Prereq: ALEC *801 or equivalent
Leadership capacity in individuals and organizations. Impact of leadership on organizational outcomes and means for diagnosing leadership developmental needs. Assessing, creating and implementing a comprehensive leadership development program for an organization or community.
*804. Problems of Beginning Agriscience Teachers (2-5 cr I, II, III) Lec/act.
Problems in instructional planning and methodology and in organizing secondary and continuing education, FFA, and agriculture experience programs.
*805. Advanced Teaching Strategies (NUTR *806; TEAC *805) (3 cr) Lec.
Contemporary and innovative teaching strategies, emphasizing learner-centered instruction, suitable to teaching in college and postsecondary institutions, outreach programs public schools, and other settings. Students participate in active learning as they apply learning theory in practice, prepare and demonstrate teaching methods, and plan for instruction in discipline areas of their choice.
*806. Introduction to Distance Education (3 cr I) Lec.
Course is not offered at this time.
Introduction to the field of distance education through readings, discussions, field trips, and research. Basic principles and key concepts of distance education in a variety of educational settings.
807. Supervisory Leadership (CYAF *807) (3 cr) Lec 3.
Prereq: ALEC 302 or 801
Knowledge and theoretical basis for practicing supervisors in a changing workplace where supervisors have increasing responsibilities due to the flattening of organizational structures. Solving supervisory challenges in organizing and planning, problem solving and decision making, performance appraisal, and leading a diverse workforce.
810. Environmental Leadership (NRES 813) (3 cr I) Lec 3.
Offered on the World Wide Web (WWW) fall semester of odd-numbered calendar years and in the classroom fall semester of even-numbered calendar years.
Major leaders in conservation and ecology who emphasize agricultural and cultural issues and relationships with the environment.
812. Multimedia Applications for Education and Training (NUTR *812) (3 cr) Lec/lab.
Course is not offered at this time.
Practical applications in developing and evaluating multimedia resources for students. New applications, creation and development of various instructional materials, and review of current practice against relevant theory. Projects use current software packages to develop materials for various audiences.
814. Classic Figures in Leadership (3 cr) Lec/rct.
Requires extensive writing and oral presentations. Leadership theory in an applied context. Leadership analyzed through a variety of genres: autobiography, drama, fiction, tracts and treatises, speeches.
*815. Development and Organization of Vocational Education (TEAC *815) (1-3 cr) Lec.
For teachers, administrators, and guidance personnel. Vocational and practical education, their place in the community school; planning comprehensive programs in agriculture, business, homemaking, and industrial education.
*816. Management Strategies in Distance Education Environments (3 cr II, III) Lec.
Course is not offered at this time.
Management strategies for a variety of distance education situations. Planning, organization, motivation, and control provide a framework for analyzing distance education in formal and non-formal, large and small, private and public, and established and emerging organizations.
820. Improvement of Instructional Programs for Post-High School Occupational Education (1-3 cr) Lec.
Prereq: Baccalaureate degree; 12 hrs agricultural education or equivalent; and/or permission
Determining new instructional programs, expanding the impact of student behavioral objectives, and evaluating the total instructional program.
824. Foundation of Career and Technical Education (3 cr) Lec 3.
Scope and structure of career and technical education within the educational system. Teacher's role and responsibility in dealing with legislative mandates in the planning, management, and evaluation of a local program.
*826. Program Evaluation (3 cr)
Prereq: ALEC *833 recommended
Builds upon program development in extension programming and provides a basic overview of program evaluation principles and methods. Applies program evaluation principles in extension education.
844. Science Writing (JOUR 844) (3 cr) Lec 3.
Prereq: Permission
Open to non-College of Journalism and Mass Communications majors.
Articles will be submitted for publication. Advanced writing about science for the non-expert and/or general audience. Issues in science communication explored through reading the best writers in science and journalism. Research and write short articles and longer profiles about science and scientists at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and elsewhere.
*845. Research in Leadership Education (CYAF *845) (3 cr) Lec.
Steps in preparing a research proposal, including statement of the research question, review of relevant literature, and determination of an appropriate research design and methodology. Research methodology, including both quantitative and qualitative procedures.
866. Leadership and Diversity in Organizations and Communities (3 cr II) Lec 3.
Leadership theories and their applications to human diversity in organizations and communities.
877. Leadership and Motivation (3 cr) Lec 3.
Classic and contemporary motivation theories applied to leadership in organizations and communities.
888. Leadership, Power and Influence (3 cr) Lec 3.
Organizational influence processes, power, and politics in organizations and communities.
*890. Workshop Seminars (1-12 cr I, II, III)
Prereq: Permission
Work, singly or in groups, on practical educational problems, done under the supervision of staff with assistance of selected educational consultants.
*893. Technical Agricultural Workshops (1-12 cr I, II, III)
Prereq: Permission
Group study of technology in agricultural occupations. Workshops, special meetings, and assignments.
896. Independent Study in Leadership Education (1-9 cr, max 9)
Prereq: Permission
Projects in research, literature review, or extension of course work.
*897. Special Topics (1-3 cr I, II) Lec. Fld.
Readings, in-depth discussions and analysis of current theory, issues and problems, research and practice in leadership education and/or communication. Offered to address emerging topics not covered in other courses.
*899. Masters Thesis (1-10 cr, max 10)
Prereq: Admission to masters degree program and permission of major adviser
901. Leading Change in Rural America and Beyond (3 cr) Lec, fld.
Prereq: ALEC 801, 18 hours graduate credit, or permission
Skills in leading change in the 21st Century in rural communities and organizations. Strategies for planning, organizing, and institutionalizing change. Develop a change plan for a community or organization.
903. Teacher Education in Agriscience (1-3 cr) Lec/act.
Preparation of agriscience teachers to supervise and mentor student teachers, evaluate/coach performance, and instructional delivery.
904. Seminar in Leadership Studies (1 cr, max 4)
Ideas, theories, and practices on recent and emerging leadership research themes.
905. Practicum in Postsecondary Teaching (TEAC 905) (1-3 cr) Lab.
Prereq: ALEC *805 or permission
Work with a faculty mentor in a discipline of choice and an instructional supervisor to prepare instruction and teach students in a postsecondary setting. Practicum students are assisted in arranging for the practicum and are provided consultation and feedback during the practicum. Lesson planning and reflective papers are part of the practicum experience.
906. Theoretical Foundations of Distance Education (3 cr II) Lec.
Prereq: ALEC *806 recommended
Course is not offered at this time.
Major theoretical concepts and research finding of distance education, as broadly conceived. Emphasis on analyzing and deconstruction of major ideas influencing distance education in formal and non-formal settings.
908. Organization of the Agricultural Mechanics Program (2-3 cr) Lec/lab.
Philosophy, objectives, procedures, and techniques used in organizing the program of agricultural mechanics instruction for secondary and post-high school students and adults. Determining units of instruction, evaluating student effort, procedures in shop instruction, selection of equipment, and integration into the vocational agriculture program.
910. Leadership in Cross-cultural Systems (3 cr I)
Prereq: ALEC 801 recommended
Issues of leading people in the global marketplace. Focus on understanding the impact of cultural differences, comparing and contrasting domestic and multinational leadership challenges, and review of current multinational leadership.
913. Program Development in Occupational Education (3 cr) Lec.
Philosophy and objectives of occupational education. Techniques of program development, choosing instructional areas, determining sequences, planning time distributions, integrated course of study and meeting individual needs, youth activities.
914. Leadership and Personality (2 cr) Lec 2.
Course is not offered at this time.
Personality type and its implications for personal, team, and organizational leadership effectiveness.
995. Doctoral Seminar in Leadership Studies (3 cr, max 18)
Prereq: Permission
Outcome-based scholarly activities with a faculty mentor. Working on either an individualized or small group basis, students develop, execute, and report one or more projects addressing the interaction between research and practice.
996. Research Other Than Thesis (2-6 cr I, II, III)
Prereq: Permission
Research in selected problems in leadership education.
999. Doctoral Dissertation (1-24 cr, max 55)
Prereq: Admission to doctoral degree program and permission of supervisory committee chair
Description
For a brief description of the program, application requirements and contact information, view the graduate program summary.
Department Head: Mark A. Balschweid, Ph.D.
Graduate Committee Chair: Assistant Professor Matkin
Web Site: alec.unl.edu
Master of Science in Leadership Education
Candidates for the degree must possess a bachelors degree from an accredited institution, The program welcomes applicants from a variety of disciplines and fields. The MS in leadership education may be earned in an area emphasis in Leadership Development or Teaching and Extension Education. Leadership Education students may also participate in the interdisciplinary specialization of Environmental Studies or Great Plains Studies. Programs are planned to meet individual student background experiences and desired graduate program goals. The degree may be earned by successfully completing a minimum of 30 credit hours (Option I) or 36 credit hours (Options II and III) beyond the bachelors degree. Option I includes a thesis. Option II is non-thesis and requires a minor from another department. Option III is a non-thesis, course based program. In Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication, the degree may be pursued in the areas described below. The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required for admission to the MS program. International students must also submit a TOEFL iBT minimum of 79.
Leadership Development Emphasis. The Leadership Development emphasis immerses students in the increasingly complex area of leadership. The program is designed to enhance prior education and experience to prepare for careers related to leadership, organization or community development. Leadership courses offered range from the foundations of leadership to applications for leadership development, leadering change, community leadership and leadership in cross-cultural settings.
Teaching and Extension Education Specialization. The Teaching and Extension Education specialization prepares students for careers in community college or university teaching, public school teaching, outreach programs and Cooperative Extension. The specialization is valuable to international students planning teaching careers, as well as for individuals providing educational services. Teaching and extension courses range from teaching strategies to program planning and use of technology in education.
Leadership Studies Doctoral Specialization, Doctoral Program in Human Sciences
The Department offers a doctoral specialization in Leadership Studies within the Education and Human Sciences doctoral program. The EdD degree is recommended for those whose primary interest is in the application of theory and knowledge to improve leadership practice. Most EdD graduates pursue practitioner-based careers in the leadership field. The PhD is designed for students seeking to conduct research to generate new knowledge or reform leadership theory. Most PhD Graduate pursue faculty or high-level leadership careers. The most current information for the Leadership Studies Specialization is available online at alec.unl.edu.
For additional information see "Requirements for Doctoral Degrees" in the Education and Human Sciences Doctoral Program, under Human Sciences. The graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required for admission to the doctoral specialization. International students must also submit a TOEFL iBT minimum of 79.
For additional information regarding the programs listed above, please visit the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication's Web site at alec.unl.edu or by contacting:
- Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
300 Agricultural Hall
PO Box 830709
Lincoln, NE 68583-0709
(402) 472-2807
email: ag-webmaster2@unl.edu
