FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PROFESSIONS Course Syllabus EDAD 742 - Human Resources Spring 2021 January 25, 2021 through May 7, 2021 Delivered online via Canvas and WebEx Conferencing Instructor: Curt Baker, Ed.D Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership Department of Educational Professions Contact Information: Cell Phone: 610-621-9011 Email: cdbaker@frostburg.edu Frostburg State University website: www.frostburg.edu GRADUATE COURSE CATALOG DESCRIPTION Case-study examinations of the Human Resources functions, including recruitment, employment, evaluation, and professional development of human capital PURPOSE Impactful educational leaders bring out the best in those they touch For these individuals, achieving success is not enough; the real goal is to something truly extraordinary in service to students, families, and the community they serve Human Resources is a critical component of impactful educational leadership This doctorallevel course, which is designed for aspiring educational leaders at the district level, will present problems of practice that will challenge each student to grapple with and develop expertise in addressing difficult real-world issues faced by senior school district administrators, including human resources directors LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate: Knowledge of: The scope and importance of human resources leadership in public education Legal requirements and organization responsibilities associated with Human Resources Best practices in human resources Skills in: Contributing to the resolution of district-level issues relating to human resources matters General human resources areas such as HR planning; recruitment, selection, placement, and inducation; staff development; performance evaluation; compensation; collective negotiations; and organizational culture Building a high performing organization Dispositions to: Act ethically, especially in challenging circumstances Create highly effective organizations Exhibit unwavering passion, compassion, and high aspiration REQUIRED READING Rebore, R.W (2015) Human Resources Administration in Education (Tenth Edition) Pearson Note: Additional required reading, if any, will be identified in Canvas COURSE GRADING The final course grade will be computed from the assignments listed in the table below: Assignment Contribution as a Participant in Case Study Discussions Leading Case Study Discussions Case Study Reflections TOTAL Total Points Possible for Assignment at 70 points each for a total of 490 points at 210 points each for a total of 420 points at 10 points each for a total of 90 points Weight (Percentage of Final Grade) 1,000 100 % Assignment Due Date 49 % Multiple (see course calendar) 42 % Multiple (see course calendar) 9% Multiple (see course calendar) The final grade for this course will be awarded using the following point scale: Grade Points Range Percent of Total Possible A 925 to 1000 points 93% to 100% B 835 to 924 points 84% to 92% C 745 to 834 points 75% to 83% F to 744 points 0% to 74% Note: The point requirements above reflect percentages being rounded up from DESCRIPTION OF COURSE ASSIGNMENTS Graded Assignments Contribution to Seminar Discussions Over the course of the term, nine substantive seminar discussions will be convened to discuss a case study in a topic area relevant to this course, as follows: Date February 15 February 22 March March March 15 March 22 April April 12 April 19 Case Study Topic Area Human Resources Planning Recruitment, Selection, Placement and Induction Staff Development Performance Evaluation Probationary Period and Tenure Compensation and Recognition Systems Collective Negotiations Dispute Resolution Culture Each student is to read the case, the relevant section of the course textbook, and conduct independent research so as to come fully prepared for the discussion Pursuant to a rubric (which will be separately provided) each student’s demonstrated command of the content and insightful contribution to the discussion will be evaluated by the instructor Leadership of Seminar Discussions The first three seminar discussions will be led by the instructor The remaining six sessions will be student-led Each student will lead two sessions For each student-led session, the student leading the session will be evaluated pursuant to a rubric (which will be separately provided) Reflective Journal Each student is to keep a reflective journal that memorializes their thoughts about each case study Journal entries, which should be posted into Canvas, will be evaluated on a credit/no credit basis COURSE CALENDAR Week Dates 01/25 to 01/31 Activities Organizational Meeting Assignments Due None 02/01 to 02/07 No meeting None 02/08 to 02/14 Read Rebore Chapter No meeting None Read Rebore Chapter 02/15 to 02/21 Instructor Leads Session Prepare for Case Study Discussion #1 (HR Planning) Attend live session on 02/15 Participate in Case Study Discussion #1 Participate in Case Study Discussion (HR Planning) #1 (HR Planning) Complete and submit Reflection #1 Complete and submit Reflection #1 Read Rebore Chapters 3, 4, and 5 02/22 to 02/28 Instructor Leads Session Prepare for Case Study Discussion #2 (Recruitment, Selection, Placement and Induction) Attend live session on 02/22 Participate in Case Study Discussion #2 Participate in Case Study Discussion (Recruitment, Selection, #2 (Recruitment, Selection, Placement and Placement and Induction) Induction) Complete and submit Reflection #2 Read Rebore Chapter 6 03/01 to 03/07 Instructor Leads Session Complete and submit Reflection #2 Prepare for Case Study Discussion #3 (Staff Development) Attend live session on 03/01 Participate in Case Study Discussion #3 Participate in Case Study Discussion (Staff Development) #3 (Staff Development) Complete and submit Reflection #3 Complete and submit Reflection #3 Read Rebore Chapter Week Dates 03/08 to 03/14 Student Leads Session Activities Assignments Due Prepare for Case Study Discussion #4 (Performance Evaluation) Attend live session on 03/08 Participate in Case Study Discussion #4 Participate in Case Study Discussion (Performance #4 (Performance Evaluation) Evaluation) Complete and submit Reflection #4 Prepare for Case Study Discussion #5 (Probationary Period and Tenure) 03/15 to 03/21 Student Leads Session Attend live session on 03/15 Participate in Case Study Discussion #5 (Probationary Period and Tenure) Complete and submit Reflection #5 Read Rebore Chapter 03/22 to 03/28 Student Leads Session Complete and submit Reflection #4 Participate in Case Study Discussion #5 (Probationary Period and Tenure) Complete and submit Reflection #5 Prepare for Case Study Discussion #6 (Compensation and Recognition Systems) Attend live session on 03/22 Participate in Case Study Discussion #6 Participate in Case Study Discussion (Compensation and #6 (Compensation and Recognition Recognition Systems) Systems) Complete and submit Reflection #6 Complete and submit Reflection #6 Read Rebore Chapter 10 03/29 to 04/04 Prepare for Case Study Discussion #7 (Collective Negotiations) Note: For most school No meeting districts this is Spring Break 11 04/05 to 04/11 Student Leads Session Attend live session on 04/05 Participate in Case Study Discussion #7 (Collective Negotiations) Complete and submit Reflection #7 Read Rebore Chapter 10 Participate in Case Study Discussion #7 (Collective Negotiations) Complete and submit Reflection #7 Week Dates 12 04/12 to 04/18 Student Leads Session Activities Assignments Due Prepare for Case Study Discussion #8 (Dispute Resolution) Attend live session on 04/12 Participate in Case Study Discussion #8 (Dispute Resolution) Complete and submit Reflection #8 Participate in Case Study Discussion #8 (Dispute Resolution) Complete and submit Reflection #8 Prepare for Case Study Discussion #9 (Culture) 13 04/19 to 04/25 Student Leads Session 14 04/26 to 04/30 Attend live session on 04/19 Participate in Case Study Discussion #9 (Culture) Complete and submit Reflection #9 Participate in Case Study Discussion #9 (Culture) Complete and submit Reflection #9 Attend “Course Wrap-Up” live session on 04/26 COURSE POLICIES ASSIGNMENTS All written assignments must be submitted through Canvas Assignments are due on the date posted in this syllabus Late assignments are not accepted, except in the case of personal emergencies If circumstances arise that hinder you from meeting a deadline, you must contact me by email, phone, or teleconference before the deadline in order to be given consideration Late work may be subject to a grade reduction FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY POLICIES All FSU policies are fully applicable for this course For further information, please see: http://www.frostburg.edu/fsu/assets/File/Administration/policies/policystatements.pdf ACADEMIC DISHONESTY The University considers academic dishonesty to be impermissible and subject to disciplinary actions “Academic dishonesty is defined to include any form of cheating and/or plagiarism Cheating includes, but is not limited to, such acts as stealing or altering testing instrument; falsifying the identify of persons for any academic purposes; offering, giving or receiving unauthorized assistance on an examination, quiz, or other written or oral material in a course including looking at another person’s answer key or test or taking an online test with assistance from another person; or falsifying information on any type of academic record Plagiarism is the presentation of written or oral material in a manner which conceals the true source of documentary material; or the presentation of materials which uses hypotheses, conclusions, evidence, data, or the like, in a way that the student appears to have done work which they did not, in fact do.” (Code of Student Conduct, Frostburg State University) DISABILITY Students with a disability who require accommodations with assignments or assessment practices should provide written notification prepared by Disability Support Services to the instructor no later than 48 hours prior to a request Students may request that this notification be provided to the instructor by the Office of Student Special Services This course is designed to be welcoming to, accessible to, and usable by everyone, including students who have a variety of learning styles, have disabilities, or are new to online learning Be sure to let me know immediately if you encounter material in this course that is not accessible to you Also, let me know of changes that I can make to the course so that it is more welcoming and/or accessible to students who take this course in the future CONFIDENTIALITY AND MANDATORY REPORTING Frostburg State University and its faculty are committed to maintaining a safe learning environment and supporting survivors of violence To meet this commitment and comply with federal and state law, FSU requires all faculty and staff (other than the confidential employees in CAPS and Brady Health) to report any instances of gender-based harassment, sexual misconduct, relationship violence, or stalking against students This means if you share your or another FSU student’s experience with gender-based harassment, sexual misconduct, relationship violence, or, stalking, I have a duty to report the information to the University’s Title IX Coordinator The only exception to my reporting obligation is when such incidents are communicated during class discussion, as part of an assignment for a class, or as part of a University-approved research project Faculty and staff are also obligated to report allegations of child abuse and neglect to University Police and to Child Protective Services This obligation extends to disclosures of past abuse even if the victim is now an adult and the abuser is deceased My duty to report suspected child abuse and neglect extends to disclosures that are made as part of classroom discussions and in writing assignments If you or someone you know has experienced an incident of harassment or violence, please go to www.frostburg.edu/titleix to find information on reporting options and the resources and services available for support HEALTH AND SAFETY Your health and safety are important Therefore, during every physical in-person meeting of this course, everyone is required to follow state, local, and University public health mandates as outlined in the FSU Social Compact Everyone must wear a face mask that covers their nose and mouth, respect posted signage, and practice good social distancing by remaining at least feet away from others The Code of Student Conduct notes that following these health and safety protocols constitute complying “with a reasonable request from authorized University personnel in the performance of their official duties,” and failing to so is a Code of Student Conduct violation Students who not comply with these mandates will be asked to leave class Students who refuse to leave will be referred to the Dean of Students and may be administratively removed from the class if found to be responsible for Code of Conduct violations (Please note that no physical in-person meetings are presently scheduled or anticipated for this course.) VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays: 4:00 to 5:00 p.m Thursdays: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m CLASS MODALITIES The class will utilize many of the functions available in the Canvas learning management system Live class sessions will be conducted using WebEx videoconferencing