What are education leadership degrees?

[Pengwuino]

What are "education leadership" degrees?

At this years commencement, our University graduated something like 40 "Educational Leadership" doctoral students. Yesterday I was talking to my adviser and the graduation had come up and we were talking about it. Another professor had come by and started chatting with us a bit and my adviser asked the other prof "what the hell is an education leadership major?" and he just shrugged and went "I have no idea". I checked out wikipedia and it sounds like made up nonsense.

Who are these people? And are they the ones responsible for ruining our education system? :P

 

[KingNothing]

If you do a quick google search for "educational leadership degree", the top 5 results are all about online degrees.

http://www.worldwidelearn.com/online-education-guide/education/educational-leadership-major.htm

Sounds like it amounts to a lot of grocery baggers trying to pay back some 25% APR educational loan for the rest of their lives. Sorry for being so cynical!

 

[loseyourname]

Sounds like school administration, like learning to be a principal.

 

[Pengwuino]

Sounds like school administration, like learning to be a principal.

Yup, that are higher up district level nonsense

 

[Matrix0]

Education leadership degrees are advanced degrees that focus on developing leaders in the education field. These degrees typically combine educational theory and practice with leadership and management skills to prepare individuals for leadership roles in schools, school districts, and other educational organizations.

Some common courses in education leadership programs may include topics such as educational policy and governance, curriculum development and assessment, school finance and budgeting, and instructional leadership. Students may also gain practical experience through internships or fieldwork.

Graduates of education leadership programs may go on to become principals, superintendents, curriculum directors, or other administrative positions in schools. They may also work in government agencies, non-profit organizations, or educational consulting firms.

It is important to note that education leadership degrees do not solely focus on the administrative aspect of education. Rather, they aim to develop leaders who can effectively address the complex challenges facing the education system and make positive changes to improve student learning outcomes.

In response to the question of who these people are and whether they are responsible for ruining the education system, it is unfair to generalize and blame an entire group for the failures of the education system. Education leadership graduates are trained professionals who have a deep understanding of the complexities of the education system and are committed to making a positive impact. It takes a collective effort from all individuals involved in education, including teachers, administrators, policymakers, and community members, to create a successful and equitable education system.