Semester: Fall 2013
Instructor: Kelly Woods-Johnson
Course Description: (from syllabus)
"This leadership course
introduces language, theories, values, and competencies related to the field of
leadership studies. Through an
examination of historical and contemporary leaders, as well as leadership
models, philosophies, and theories, you will be engaged in an experience that
advances your knowledge and practice of leadership, followership, and active
citizenship. By reflecting on course
constructs, as well as participation in service-learning and programs of the
Residential Leadership Community, you will develop and articulate a worldview
that will be tested, reframed, and revised as you continue to develop as socially
responsible citizen."
Takeaways: 1) Leadership is a process, not a position. It's the enacting social change by working with others. Having a leadership role may make performing leadership easier. However, a position is not required to formally lead. Similarly, a position does not make you a leader.
2) Leadership is not just about the leader. Rather it is about the leader, follower, and citizens. All three components are required to make an idea work.
3) There are several different leadership styles: authoritarian, collaborative, laissez-faire, etc. There is some validity to each style. Each style has its advantages and disadvantages. As a leader, it is important to know about each type so you can adapt to any given situation.
Sample Work: http://craigldrscapstone.blogspot.com/2017/03/ldrs-1015-sample-work.html
Course: Exploring Citizen Leadership: Educating Leadership (LDRS 1016)
Semester: Spring 2014
Instructor: Matt Grimes
Course Description: (from syllabus)
"Leadership is a concept that
challenges the status quo, incites change, and encourages authenticity.
According to education/social reformer John Dewey, “Education is a social
process; education is growth; education is not preparation for life but is life
itself.” There are a number of parallels between the theories that offer
insight into education and those that encourage us to think about
leadership. This course will interrogate prominent leadership and
educational theories with intentions on locating the overlap and what each area
of study can learn from the other. In addition, students will participate
in site experiences, interacting with children in grades K-5, for some hands-on
learning."
Takeaways:1) Leadership can be found in everyday experiences. Whether we are at school, at home, or in a simple conversation. At some time during the day, we are leading or being led.
2) Often, simplicity is key. I think society pressures us to be all fancy and overachieve at everything we do. However, this doesn't work with leadership. To be an effective leader, ideas must be shared with followers simplistically.
3) The role of leader and follower can flip flop quickly. During my time in the field experience, I tutored a 5th grader struggling to meet state standards. While I thought I would be the leader, explaining concepts to him, I was wrong. Often, he would take the lead on what subjects we would study. Essentially we switched our roles frequently, responding to the other's needs.
Sample Work: http://craigldrscapstone.blogspot.com/2017/03/ldrs-1016-sample-work.html
Course: The Dynamics of Leadership (LDRS 3104)
Semester: Fall 2014
Instructor: Matt Grimes
Course Description: (from syllabus) "Leadership and motivation of others requires individuals to surpass their basic knowledge of managing others and learn how cultures, structures, and individuals in organizations interact within the system.This course relies on the foundation of theoretical concepts and structures learned in LDRS 1015. This course expands on the theories to highlight correlations with organizational behavior, team building, and collaborative leadership styles. In this class, you will explore organizational culture, team synergy, and individual leadership capital."
Takeaways:
1) When dealing with a new problem, think "grey". Avoid preconceived ideas and think of all possibilities. Be creative. Then, when you have fully brainstormed all possible ideas, begin exploring possible outcomes and decide which solution will take you there.
2) Start small and build on what works. When building a business, organization, project, etc there is no reason to rush into things. It's important to have a small model to start. Then you can see what works and what does not. Scrap ideas that don't work while scaling up ideas that make your project thrive.
3) Working with a team allows you to pull strengths from different backgrounds. The first step to being a good leader is realizing that you're not the best at everything. Find people you work well with that have different talents. Synergize.
Sample Work: http://leadershipsails.blogspot.com/2014/10/vagueness-with-intention.html
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