What could your organization have done to make this type of organizational change a more efficient experience for all the stakeholders involved?

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Provide a brief response to the following post.

Based on the example of organizational change that you discussed in Part 1, answer the following:

What could your organization have done to make this type of organizational change a more efficient experience for all the stakeholders involved?

What key things should a leader know about organizational change theory and process?

What key things should a leader know how to implement to avoid or resolve conflict during change?

What role does motivation theory play, as it is applied in organizational change efforts?

What are the issues and potential obstacles that can block successful adaptation to change, as the administrator takes each role?

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What are the issues and potential obstacles that can block successful adaptation to change, as the administrator takes each role?
The Administrator as an instructional leader would be change that would take place in a educational institution where the Administrator would be responsible for students, teachers, staff and other responsibilities such as building maintenance.

As the Administrator when change occurs there will be many decisions that have to be made and in a timely manner. They will have to deal with the challenges that students face daily, the difficulties teachers face daily, staff issues that suddenly arise and problems that can cost a lot financially.

When Covid 19 happened, it put a hold on progress and there was no forward movement happening. That period that last was extremely challenging and it rendered our educational process complete useless.

Explain and justify how your insights generated from your critical reading enhance your understanding of leadership.

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You are to explore in depth one perspective in educational leadership addressed in EDLE 680.
You do this by critically reading an appropriate book of substance. Explain and justify how your insights generated from your critical reading enhance your understanding of leadership.

What was most interesting to you from your observation? What did you gain from this observation?

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Field Observation

Room environment, outdoor environment (nurturing, sterile, colorful, to stimulating)

Number of children and adults (in the room and in groups)

Age of children

Activities : Curriculum? Assessment tools?

Structure of the classroom (how the classroom is set up: free choice, rotating

centers, desks or tables)

Is the room child-centered? Teacher directed?

Is program NAEYC accredited? Is it involved in QRIS Nevada?

What is the classroom behavior guidance policy?

Watch the adult-child relationships

Look for types of play

Obtain some language samples

Watch for social interactions

Observe how the children self- regulate: using what approach?

Comment on: What was most interesting to you from your observation? What did you gain from this observation?

Explain how the extension activity or homework assignment supports the learning targets/objectives.

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Extension Activity and/or Homework
Identify and describe any extension activities or homework tasks as appropriate.

Explain how the extension activity or homework assignment supports the learning targets/objectives.

As required by your instructor, attach any copies of homework at the end of this template.

Why Should High School Start Later?

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Why Should High School Start Later?

Critically analyze the key concepts and theories of leadership in organizations, reflect on and evaluate your own strengths and weaknesses as a leader, and develop well-informed strategies to improve your own leadership practice.

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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Part 2: Reflective Journal (70% of the final grade)

The second part of your assessment is a 2,500-word reflective journal. Critically analyze the key concepts and theories of leadership in organizations, reflect on and evaluate your own strengths and weaknesses as a leader, and develop well-informed strategies to improve your own leadership practice

To prepare for this assessment, each week (1-7) you were asked to write about your learning from that week and the implications for your leadership practice in a reflective journal.

For the final summative assessment, you should choose five reflective journal entries which you feel best meet the module learning outcomes to submit.

You should draw on the group’s discussion of the case and explain how the ideas and perspectives of your peers have shaped your understanding of the situation.

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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Description of Assessment Task and Purpose:

The final assessment on this module is an individual portfolio,

In Weeks 2-7, there will be a group discussion of a case-study which will focus on key aspects of that week’s content. These discussion boards will not be assessed. However, you are strongly encouraged to take part as they will allow you to learn from others and expand your knowledge. Feedback that you receive from your peers and your Facilitator is also an important part of the learning process.

The first part of your assessment is a 1,000-word case study analysis of one of the case-studies from Weeks 2-7. The purpose of this task is to assess your knowledge of the subject area and ability to evaluate, select and apply appropriate leadership techniques and approaches for resolving complex situations and disputes (LO2).

You should draw on the group’s discussion of the case and explain how the ideas and perspectives of your peers have shaped your understanding of the situation. There is no set number of discussion posts that should be referenced in your work, but it is recommended that you refer to a minimum of three discussion posts.

What is your desired work environment (Daycare, Pre-k Program, Head Start etc.)?

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Children, Families, and Communities Guidebook: Community Resources

This week, you will continue developing your Children, Families, and Communities Guidebook by completing the Community Resource section.

This week’s required readings include Chapters 11 and 12 of our Gestwicki course text. Additionally, the recommended resources may be helpful in the development of your assignment.

Effectively working with children and families often requires collaborating with organizations in the community that can assist in meeting the needs of the child, within the context of their family.

This often extends beyond academic needs and can include support services that go beyond the programs or school’s capabilities. In previous weeks, you have explained the importance of promoting community involvement.

This week, you will identify resources that will help your program implement these potential partnerships. You might think of this as a community resource scavenger hunt!  For this section of your Guidebook, you will collect artifacts (resources, materials, and information) from potential community partners. As you prepare for this assignment, you may want to consider the following:

What is your desired work environment (Daycare, Pre-k Program, Head Start etc.)?

The geographical location of your desired environment.

The demographics of the children, families, and communities with whom you will work.
Access (either physically or virtually) the community in which your desired work environment is located,

Collect artifacts (resources, materials, and information) that you can share with the children and families who need them.

Explain how personal history and family background have influenced professional development.

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Explain how personal history and family background have influenced professional development.