Study of superintendents' perceptions of current superintendent certification programs in new york state

Study of superintendents' perceptions of current superintendent certification programs in new york state. (2016). Study of superintendents' perceptions of current superintendent certification programs in new york state.

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Title	Study of superintendents' perceptions of current superintendent certification programs in new york state
Abstract	The position of the Superintendent of Schools is multifaceted and complex. The superintendent is responsible for instruction, personnel, general business operations, budget, finance, law and politics. Do existing superintendent preparation programs adequately prepare individuals for the duties and responsibilities that they will face on a day to day basis? Research on this topic is becoming more prevalent but, because of individual state licensing and certification requirements, the research is often either generalized or it is state specific. There are few identifiable studies on superintendent preparation in New York State. Current research indicates that superintendents felt that their administrative preparation programs were lacking in specific areas such as finance, budgeting and law and that the programs needed improvement. Therefore, research in this area is important because improving the quality and content of superintendent preparation programs will have a positive impact on the individual's readiness to assume the position. The study is a qualitative study that will utilize a series of semi-structured interviews with individuals that are currently working as a Superintendent of Schools in New York State. The interviews focused on their perceptions of their administrative preparation programs, their internships, and the relevance of their coursework to the performance of their day to day duties. The interviews were structured to elicit comments and discussion regarding the personal experiences of those interviewed with regards to those aspects of their preparation program that was most beneficial to their role's as superintendent and those aspects that were least beneficial. Interviewees were also asked to make recommendations regarding ways to improve administrative preparation programs.
Date	2016

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Title: Study of superintendents' perceptions of current superintendent certification programs in new york state
Personal Name(s): Dufour, Robert M.
Lare, Douglas
Millward, Robert E.
Corporate Name(s): Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Professional Studies in Education.
Note: Publisher info.: Dissertation/Thesis.
Advisors: Lare, Douglas; Millward, Robert E. Committee members: Mary Beth Allen.
Topical Subject(s): Educational leadership
School administration