An overview of educational administration, focusing on a review of some of the main intellectual traditions in the study of educational administration and on an analysis of some of the forces which shape administrative practice. Not to be held with EDUA 7011.

A review of the political features of educational organizations, with emphasis on value systems, community power structures, local government, and political change. Not to be held with EDUA 7021.

Study of economic and financial aspects of education, with emphasis on costs and analysis of expenditures; sources and types of revenue; productivity and efficiency, planning and budgeting. Not to be held with EDUA 7031.

Studies of legal issues in education. Not to be held with EDUA 7041.

A study of the main currents of organization theory and administrative thought and their implications for the study and administration of educational organizations. Not to be held with EDUA 7051.

A review of approaches to planning and development in education. Major emphasis is placed on the systematic development of educational organizations. Not to be held with EDUA 7061.

The application of methods of organizational analysis to educational institutions. Not to be held with EDUA 7071.

This course will provide students with extended academic knowledge of Canadian indigenous education in the context of educational administration. With a focus upon the responsibilities for instructional leadership that are borne by school and school district administrators in indigenous school contexts, this course will explore topics that are relevant to in-service teacher development and school improvement. May not be held with EDUA 7100 when titled "Indigenous Instructional Leadership".

Application of theoretical concepts in field situations. Not to be held with EDUA 7091.

A readings course in topics of significance to educational administration.

A projects and field study course in topics of significance to educational administration.

A study of the philosophic foundations of education. Emphasis will be given to various schools of philosophic inquiry as they relate to education and to contemporary philosophy of education issues.

An examination of the relationship between education and society, with particular attention to ethnicity, family, and socio-economic status and to the role of the school in the socialization process in the Canadian context. Not to be held with EDUA 7211.

A critical examination of education, giving special attention to various perspectives which challenge conventional interpretation of education and schooling.

Examines the place of values in education. It explores the notion of values, its pervasiveness in education, the approaches to values in education, and the trends and issues related to values in education. Not to be held with EDUA 7241.

An analysis of educational systems and problems in selected environments in terms of social, political, economic, cultural and other contexts.

A critical analysis of the social theories and research which form the basis of cross-cultural education. Not to be held with EDUA 7271.

A critical analysis of the approaches and research in cross-cultural education. Not to be held with EDUA 7281.

A reading and research course in topics of significance to educational foundations.

Intensive studies of the works of selected educational theorists.

A survey structures, theory, philosophies, and curricula of educational systems for adults, as affected by cultural, political, religious, theological and institutional contexts both national and internationally. Not to be held with the former EDUA 7400 or the former EDUA 5400.

Explores recent issues, research, and theories about learning across the lifespan, with emphasis on adulthood, as learning is affected by cultural, political, and interpersonal contexts.

This course provides an opportunity for students to investigate methodologically, in depth, significant trends and topics from both the scholarly literature of adult and post-secondary education and internet resources.

This course entails an examination of topical issues in adult education and post-secondary education with particular focus on scholarly developments in Canada and Manitoba, based on student interests and thesis (if applicable).

This course examines the history of the governance of post-secondary institutions, the roles of stakeholders in governance, and factors influencing governance in post-secondary institutions today.

This course has as its focus the application of theoretical concepts of field situations. It will explore administrative skills and their application to selected issues of post-secondary education.

Introduction to factors affecting the planning of programs for adults. Examination of various planning models in relation to principles of adult education. A consideration of theory with major emphasis on directions for planning a program for adults. Local examples will be used.

Focus on research, theoretical and professional developments; critical contemporary issues; and specific social problems in counselling. Not to be held with EDUA 7511.

Supervised experience in individual and/or group counselling. Attention is given to analysis of case studies using audio- and video-tapes. A minimum of 180 hours of counselling experience in placement situations is required. This course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis. May not be held with EDUA 7521.

Study of theories, rationale, objectives, and research. Acquisition of an experiential understanding of group work through participation in class activities. Development of leadership skills in group counselling by conducting counselling groups under supervision. Not to be held with EDUA 7531.

A practical course designed for helpers wishing a wider knowledge of career development programs. Participants will investigate and evaluate a wide variety of career counselling techniques and programs and will develop specific, innovative programs to meet the needs of their future counsellors. Not to be held with EDUA 7541.

The objectives of counselling, assessment of counselling outcomes, theories of personality and counselling. Not to be held with EDUA 7551.

A study of the influences of multiculturalism and diversity on counselling as a professional activity, addressing counsellor self-awareness, identity, beliefs and skills. Not to be held with EDUA 7740 titled Cross-Cultural Counselling or EDUA 7561.

A forum for the discussion of topics related to inclusive educational issues. The overall goal of the course is to challenge students thinking about inclusive education, reflect on their own practices in light of the topics covered in class, and to encourage growth in their inclusive pedagogic practices. Opportunities will be provided for students to examine issues related to their particular professional and scholarly needs. May not be held with the former EDUA 7600 or EDUA 7601.

This course is designed to give teachers and school counsellors the necessary theoretical background as well as the practical tools to implement programs for children in conflict. May not be held with EDUA 7611.

This advanced-level course addresses diagnostic/prescriptive techniques used to ameliorate learning and behavioural problems in inclusive education. Emphasis is on the development and analysis of related instructional delivery systems.

A minimum of 200 hours of supervised placement in an inclusive education setting. Scheduled seminars facilitate directed study and discussion. This course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis. May not be held with the former EDUA 7650 or EDUA 7651.

Explores recent advances in developmental psychology as they apply to learning in classrooms and other education-related settings. Emphasis will be given to cognitive change, but motivation and social skill development will also be considered as they relate to cognitive development.

Examining the effective development and implementation of support teams in school settings to establish collaborative and respectful partnerships between families, schools, and specialists. Not to be held with EDUA 7740 titled Working with Family, School, & Community Systems.

Explores recent advances in cognitive research as they apply to classroom learning and to other education-related settings. Emphasis will be given to information processing theory, situated cognition, and the development of expertise, as they relate to educational processes, especially in classrooms. Not to be held with EDUA 7721.

A reading and research course in topics of significance to educational psychology.

Étude avancée sur la nature et des fondements de la pédagogie universelle, incluant les thématiques de la gestion de la diversité et de l’éducation inclusive. Analyse approfondie des principes de flexibilité, des lignes directrices, de la planification pédagogique associée à la pédagogie universelle et au concept d’apprenant et apprenante expert. Une note de réussite ou d’échec sera attribuée pour ce cours.

A reading and research course in topics of significance to educational psychology.

Lecture et recherche sur des sujets d’importance en psychologie de l’éducation. On se peut se faire créditer EDUA 7751 et EDUA 7750 si la thématique est la même. Une note de réussite ou d’échec sera attribuée pour ce cours.

Focuses on the principles/processes of interviewing and counselling children, adolescents, parents, and school personnel by integrating theory and practice. Pre or co-requisites can be one of the following: EDUA 7550, PSYC 7030, PSYC 7070, PSYC 7022, PSYC 7080, SWRK 6050, SWRK 7290, SWRK 7310.

An introduction to current approaches to evaluating educational programs. A review of various evaluation methods/approaches, along with consideration of specific design, ethical, consulting and political issues will be the main focus of this course. Specific skills to be developed are the implementation of educational evaluations, data collection and analysis, and final report writing.

This research course is intended to prepare graduate students to locate and critically read various genres of empirical research studies in the field of education. Students will identify and consider the quality of key elements of published empirical studies including: theoretical and conceptual frameworks, literature review, research methodology and methods, findings, significance, and limitations.

An introduction to qualitative research methods. While the theoretical underpinnings of qualitative research will be discussed, emphasis is placed on learning to conduct a study including design, collecting and analyzing data, and research ethics. May not be held with EDUA 7841.

A study of the use of quantitative methods of analyzing educational research data. Descriptive and inferential procedures commonly used in educational research will be discussed and students will learn to use statistical packages. The course will also address when it is appropriate to employ quantitative designs and present common designs and their associated analyses.

An introduction to qualitative research methods. While the theoretical underpinnings of qualitative research will be discussed, emphasis is placed on learning to conduct a study including design, collecting and analyzing data, and research ethics. May not be held with EDUA 7841.