Abstract

This subject introduces students to the literature encompassing the field of educational leadership. It examines the philosophical, ethical and historical strands which underpin educational leadership as a field. It analyses key trends in the field, both globally and across a number of Anglophone nations, such as Australia, Canada, USA and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Constructions of leadership from historical and current perspectives; Philosophical and ethical strands which underpin educational leadership; and, Key theoretical trends in the field of educational leadership including critiques of these developments.

Assessment items

1. Educational leadership concepts
2. Educational leadership reflection

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
critically analyse the philosophical, historical and ethical strands which underpin contemporary educational leadership literature;
2.
develop an understanding of the key developments in educational leadership as a field;
3.
articulate an informed critique of the theoretical stances within the field and;
4.
articulate links between historical and contemporary concepts of leadership and their application to students' local settings and students' own professional philosophies of leadership.

Enrolment restrictions

Available to students in the Master of Education, the Master of Business Administration, Master of Business and Graduate Certificate in Education.

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