Professional Perspectives
FLC 4: Change Leadership

Course Description

The purpose of this course is to support current and aspiring school leaders in increasing their knowledge and skill in navigating change within their context.

Participants will have opportunities to gain knowledge of change frameworks, analyze current educational, sociopolitical and cultural trends, and apply skills and strategies that build capacity and foster successful outcomes for students. A reflective practice perspective will provide a framework for discussion and assignments.

Registration now open to all Universities.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Participants in this course will be able to:

Describe key elements of effective change leadership
Assess the impact of changing demographics and emerging trends on their current context
Discuss the leader’s role in intercultural capacity building
Demonstrate how to differentiate the leader’s stance and/or strategies to support the professional growth and development of teacher practice
Assess their personal leadership strengths and challenges with respect to key change leadership competencies
Articulate how new learning and skills will impact their practice.