EDAD 8130 A01: Learning Prcs Instructnl Leadr

EDAD 8130 - Learning Processes and the Instructional Leader

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section A01, CRN 42700,

Credit hours: 3

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Instructor

Jane Beese

Email: jbeese@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Professor
Instructor Professional Qualifications: Ed.D. in Educational Administration
Instructor Office Location: Beeghly Hall Rm. 2309
Instructor Office Phone: 330.941.2236
Instructor Email: jbeese@ysu.edu

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Course Description

8130. Learning Processes and the Instructional Leader. A study of current theories and research in the areas of cognition and learning, development and motivation that underlay approaches to teaching in any context. 3 s.h.

Course Readings

Group Title Author ISBN
Required Articles, book chapters, videos, and instructional resources available in Blackboard Various NA

There is no required textbook for this course. All required readings, scholarly articles, multimedia resources, and instructional materials are provided electronically through Blackboard. Students are expected to complete the assigned readings and resources for each module before participating in discussions and completing assignments.

The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.  

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Course Learning Outcomes/Objectives/Goals

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How to Succeed in This Course

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Attendance Expectations

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Late Work Submission Policy

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Additional Course Expectations

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Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

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Assignments/Assessments

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Grading and Grading Scale

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University Policies

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Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Week of Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
10/26 Due 10/25 at 11:59pm:
Module 1 Assignment
Due 10/25 before 11:59:57pm:
Module 1: Discussion
Due 10/25 at 11:59pm:
Module 1: Check Your Understanding
Blackboard Survey: EDAD 8130 Instructional Leadership Connection Inventory
11/2 Due 11/1 at 11:59pm:
Module 2 Assignment
Due 11/1 before 11:59:59pm:
Module 2: Discussion
Due 11/1 at 11:59pm:
Module 2: Check Your Understanding
11/9 Due 11/8 at 11:59pm:
Module 3 Assignment
Due 11/8 before 11:59:03pm:
Module 3 Discussion
Due 11/8 at 11:59pm:
Module 3: Check your understanding
11/16 Due 11/15 at 11:59pm:
Module 4 Assignment
Due 11/15 before 11:59:53pm:
Module 4: Discussion
Due 11/15 at 11:59pm:
Module 4: Check your understanding
11/23 Due 11/22 at 11:59pm:
Module 5 Assignment
Due 11/22 before 11:59:46pm:
Module 5 Discussion
Due 11/22 at 11:59pm:
Module 5: Check your understanding
11/30 Due 11/29 at 11:59pm:
Module 6 Assignment
Due 12/5 at 11:59pm:
NELP Standard 4 Comprehensive Exam
Due 11/29 before 11:59:51pm:
Module 6: Discussion
Due 12/5 at 11:59pm:
Module 7 Assignment: Critical Task: Instructional Leadership Manifesto
Due 11/29 at 11:59pm:
Module 6: Check your understanding
Due 12/5 before 11:59:50pm:
Module 7 Discussion

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning. 

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