EDS 8851 School Resource Utilization

This course explores the characteristics of school organizations and their reactions to change. In times of economic challenge, schools and school districts must be equipped to make use of all available resources and effectively reallocate and manage all available resources. All school system resources will be analyzed through the lens of school improvement and improved student performance. Candidates make use of existing research to evaluate school resource needs and modify school environments to promote learning. Candidates will gain understanding of school finance in Georgia as well as their own school districts.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION OUTCOMES (See School of Education Syllabus A – IV)

COURSE OUTCOMES:

Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate will be able to:

1. Work with the community to ensure that schools reflect community needs. SPCLO 12, 18, 19, 20; INTASC 2, 5, 7, 10.
2. Understand, develop and execute a framework for change. SPCLO 13, 14, 15, 18, 19; INTASC 9, 10.
3. Understand and demonstrate the relationship between school resources and student performance SPCLO 11. 13, 18, 19; INTASC 7.
4. Consider and implement the procedures for utilizing fiscal and other resources to encourage optimum levels of school instruction. SPCLO 13, 19; INTASC 3, 10.
5. Identify and analyze the major sources of school fiscal and non-fiscal resources. SPCLO 13, 15, 19; INTASC 10.
6. Acquire and manage material and financial assets for school programs, allocating resources according to district or school priorities. SPCLO 11, 13, 18; INTASC 3, 10.
7. Develop understanding of minimum resources needed for school success SPCLO 11, 13, 14, 15; INTASC 6, 10.
8. Understand the relationship between resources allocated for educator professional development and improved student achievement SPCLO 11, 13, 14, 15; INTASC 7, 9.