EG 6233 - Leadership Behavior & Practice (3)

Students will be introduced to personal and professional ethics in leader behavior. Essential leadership traits of personal integrity, courage, resilience, and perseverance will be thoroughly examined. Students will learn how to set high standards for self, model professional learning and establish a culture of personal and professional growth. Students will understand the value of leading by example as they move toward becoming a credible leader. Students will learn how to change confrontation into positive practice and results by exploring ways to enter into critical conversations with various stakeholders. Students will additionally learn how to distribute personal ethics in leadership to others through equal access, opportunity, and inclusionary practices. Students will learn how leaders can create positive environments of cultural competence and equity for all stakeholders. Additionally, students will understand the role of the school leader in the community and strategies to manage community circles. Ed.S. sections have additional course objectives.