Course Description
This course is a four and half (4.5) credit unit course in a study of Leadership Development and Quality Issues in Education including the introduction of the definitions of key terms: leadership development, education quality and education and the issues associated with these. Developmental issues in the leadership scenario as portrayed by ancient theories and current trends. Practices and approaches in leadership for pursuance of goals in the organization, reasons for quality education, equity, equality and relevance in the international forum, education traditions and associated notions of quality.
Course Organization and Approach
Leadership Development and Quality Issues in Education (MELM 600) uses a blended learning approach (an approach to learning that combines face-to-face and online learning experiences). It is participatory, learner-centered, and adult education approach in nature. This approach recognizes that YOU are responsible for your own learning. The instructor can only provide opportunities to learn, but cannot force you to learn. Course material is presented in substantive readings from the text; topical readings from the reader; lecture; and class discussions. You are expected to work hard in this course; for every hour of class time, you should spend at least two to three hours outside of class preparing by doing readings, assignments, studying for quizzes and exams, and thinking about the course material.
You are expected to take responsibility for the success of the course, that is, you should take an active interest not just in the course material, but in the course itself, making it a success for all participants. Factors such as interest, motivation, creativity, and initiative are important elements in evaluating your performance in the course and assigning a grade.
- Teacher: Prof. Peter Tsvara