EDLC

Subject

EDLC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

www.lmunet.edu

This course examines the moral and professional responsibilities of educators and school leaders in contemporary educational settings. By analyzing real- world scenarios, case studies, and relevant literature, candidates explore principles that guide sound educational decision-making. Topics include leadership integrity, professional conduct, values in practice, and navigating complex situations with accountability and care. Participants reflect on how their personal beliefs and institutional expectations influence their decision-making processes. Presentations by educational professionals and community leaders may supplement course content with practical insights. Emphasis is placed on developing a clear leadership stance grounded in responsibility, transparency, and service to students and the school community. Credits 3

Subject

EDLC

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

www.lmunet.edu

This course is designed to provide candidates with directed experience in critical inquiry and research design and to prepare students for the type of research/scholarship that will be expected of them in their professional careers. This course is offered within each of the program's five concentrations to assist candidates in the design, development, and production of their dissertations. Credits 3

Subject

EDLC

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

www.lmunet.edu

The purpose of this course is to provide students with intense training in the tools, and strategies needed to conduct reliable, valid, and relevant research. Credits 3

Subject

EDLC

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

www.lmunet.edu

This course explores the interrelationships among individuals and organizations. Classical and social systems theories are examined and connected to the responsibilities of leadership. Students explore the individual as a member of the group, the behavior of the group, and the organizations' performance affected by individual and group behavior. Systems theory forms the foundation for considering the synergistic nature of organizations, culture building, distributive leadership, shared decision making and teamwork. Credits 3

Subject

EDLC

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

www.lmunet.edu

Candidates investigate the nature of learning for both the individual and the organization. The reciprocal nature of individual and organizational interaction is examined through the concept of Transformational Learning. Candidates explore views of human development including the theories of Kegan, Gilligan, and Levinson as foundations for professional development. Adult Learning Theory and Systems Theory form the basis for viewing the importance of Learning Communities and Organizational Learning. Candidates reflect on their own learning community and develop plans for fostering learning communities in their own organizations. Credits 3

Subject

EDLC

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

www.lmunet.edu

This is an independent study course for doctoral students who are actively engaged in collecting data and writing their dissertations. Faculty members provide guidance to candidates during this process. Credits 9 -12

Subject

EDLC

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026-graduate

Source

www.lmunet.edu