What do I hope to learn from this course and how will learning this help me grow my leadership skills?
I would like to share a proverb that my mother would always verbalize to me. “It’s better to be a leader in everything you do and not a follower.” These words have guided me throughout my entire life and I live by them faithfully. As a leader, one must be able to give direction, purpose, and motivate others to do something. Leaders are capable of standing out and are not afraid to stand up for their beliefs. Teacher leaders must hold the same uniqueness about them because they are essential to improving the quality of teaching and learning within the educational system. With that being said, I would like to hold truth to the profession that teachers are the foundation to whom we become. As I embark into University of Phoenix graduate course Personal Leadership, I’m hoping to gain a plethora of knowledge in developing my personals leadership skills, which will enable me to be a resource to my peers, parents and students. From this course I'm hoping to learn how my individual values play a role in my personal leadership abilities. As well, I would like to learn how the school and their stakeholders influence my leadership performance. Lastly, I hope to learn effective communication skills in order to communicate effectively with my peers about job performance. With this new profound knowledge, I hope to become an effective leader, who is well equipped at mentoring teachers with the coaching skills necessary to be better teachers. Most of all, I hope this course help me to improve on my very own teaching practices.
I would like to share a proverb that my mother would always verbalize to me. “It’s better to be a leader in everything you do and not a follower.” These words have guided me throughout my entire life and I live by them faithfully. As a leader, one must be able to give direction, purpose, and motivate others to do something. Leaders are capable of standing out and are not afraid to stand up for their beliefs. Teacher leaders must hold the same uniqueness about them because they are essential to improving the quality of teaching and learning within the educational system. With that being said, I would like to hold truth to the profession that teachers are the foundation to whom we become. As I embark into University of Phoenix graduate course Personal Leadership, I’m hoping to gain a plethora of knowledge in developing my personals leadership skills, which will enable me to be a resource to my peers, parents and students. From this course I'm hoping to learn how my individual values play a role in my personal leadership abilities. As well, I would like to learn how the school and their stakeholders influence my leadership performance. Lastly, I hope to learn effective communication skills in order to communicate effectively with my peers about job performance. With this new profound knowledge, I hope to become an effective leader, who is well equipped at mentoring teachers with the coaching skills necessary to be better teachers. Most of all, I hope this course help me to improve on my very own teaching practices.
Angela, What an inspirational post! First, I love the proverb that your mother relayed to you that has so influenced you in your life. Wouldn't she be so proud of you in the leadership roles you have already played and will play in the years ahead! What a tribute to her on Mother's Day!
ReplyDeleteIt's interesting, as you reminded me of a quote my dad always relayed -- "Lead, follow, or get out of the way!" He was a flight surgeon in the US Air Force so was definitely disciplined in knowing your place and doing something. In other words, being a leader or being a follower has its place, but do something!
I also appreciate your comments about not being afraid to stand out and stand up for your beliefs when you are a teacher leader. Yes!!!
Further, you and I both have similar goals with this class -- we both mentioned wanting to know how our values influence our leadership as well as the role of schools/stakeholders do so. And, we both want to work on our communication skills.
Teaching and teacher leading/mentoring are truly necessary to improve the quality of teaching and learning that occur. Let's take our own leadership to the next level by learning more about ourselves and our leadership styles, Angela!
Angela what a strong and inspirational post! You and Lydia both have a strong sense of expression, I can feel your energy through your posts! Reading your post I have to say you are going to be one of those Teacher Leaders who demands the respect and appreciation when it is due :) I love your vision. As I am just starting out in the profession of teaching, I am aware that I have plenty to learn and experience but I am confidant my determination and hunger to be an effective Teacher Leader will help get me through the door and then some! Keep your vision at heart and you will make your vision a reality!
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