Training School Administrators in Computer Use

Abstract

This study reports the results of a survey of faculty in more than 80 universities in the United States which have doctoral programs in educational administration. The survey collected information on the use of computers in administrative training programs, and institutional requirements regarding computer-related courses in degree and certification programs. From this current study, conclusions and recommendations are offered regarding the present status of technological training of school administrators in the United States, and questions are raised regarding future directions and challenges of new information technologies for such preparation programs. An analysis of course syllabi is also presented, leading to the development of a prototype curriculum for training school administrators.