Our Mission   The mission of the Auburn University Instructional Leadership Preparation Program is to prepare engaged, collaborative and effective leaders of learning through the integration of theory, reflection and applied leadership opportunities.  The program integrates school leadership as an intellectual, moral and craft practice.   APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling admissions Admission is prior to cohort date. Cohort begins May 2008.	Our Program                                              ILP Brochure
	Auburn University has one of only three approved redesigned Master's degree programs in Instructional Leadership for School Principals.  Using a cohort format co-taught by field-based instructional leaders and university faculty, Auburn University Instructional Leadership candidates will engage in a preparation program that is sequential, developmental and comprehensive.	The program offers regular opportunities to integrate theory and practice.  The program encompasses seven themes: Collaboration and communication Reflective practice Data-driven decision making Inclusiveness Technology Leadership disposition development Enhancing learning community
	Partner School Districts: Alexander City ; Auburn City ; Lee County ; Lowndes County ; Macon County ; Opelika City ; and Tallapoosa County . Teachers from other systems may apply.

Our Students   The program will prepare educators to be instructional administrators and leaders in a K-12 setting.  It features collaboration, shared decision-making processes, and a focus on student learning and achievement.     For more information, please contact: Dr. Lynne Patrick Instructional Leadership Coordinator Department of Educational Foundations, Leadership and Technology 4036 Haley Center Auburn University , AL   36849   334.844.3024 rlp0004@auburn.edu

Course of Study   Students enrolling in the Instructional Leadership Preparation Program will benefit from a combination of classroom-based instruction and practical experience.  A total of 33 to 36* semester hours of classroom instructional and internship will be taught by and in combination with field-based professionals serving as coaches and mentors.  Course topics will include:  Principal leadership  Action research and analysis  Leadership and the learning organization  Planning and continuous improvement  Instructional and curricular leadership  Financial resource management  Educational systems and communities  Legal and ethical issues  Human resources and supervision Students will derive the remainder of academic credit in the program from school-based days of internship/residency in one of the program's partner school district school settings.  These will range from five to 10 days each semester depending on the semester of enrollment.  The internship will provide field-based experiences that integrate academic knowledge through observing, participating and leading various learning experiences while working side by side with successful school leaders.   *See ILP Sample Course Sequence