EDU 740 - School and Community Relations

Credits: 3

Examines theories and strategies related to effective communications with all stakeholder groups. Particular attention given to role of educational leader as politician in developing relationships and constituencies essential for shared vision and support of educational programs within an increasingly diverse and multicultural society. Strategies for providing assistance to media in interpreting and explaining school programs and student performance data; development of publication strategies for local dissemination of information; and development of school-wide and/or program-specific communications plans.