Overview
The challenge with traditional and hierarchical leadership models is that rarely are the complex issues present in our society today resolved by one individual. Knowledge is distributed across multiple domains. The alternative perspectives in leadership literature offer additional considerations for the dominant traditional models of leadership in existence today. With increased globalization, technology advancements, and interconnectedness, greater communication and collaboration are needed. Additional challenges associated with operating in service of the common good are often due to changes associated the election cycle and the subsequent changes in mandate. Elements of collective and relational leadership will be explored to allow for leaders to sustain themselves and others while working in service of the common good.
Activities and Assessment
- Review assigned readings and resources for Unit 3
- Activity 1: Participate in Alternative Perspectives in Leadership online discussion forum
- Assignment 1: Post Excerpt #1 from your Reflective Learning Journal – Assignment 1
Activity 1: Alternative Perspectives in Leadership Forum
As you reflect on the alternative perspectives in leadership literature,
- What are you noticing?
- What is resonating for you?
- What are you curious to learn more about?
- What does your experience offer you as you reflect on what you have read so far?