Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Sustainability Leadership in Education

Catalog description

Interdisciplinary course that provides a foundation for the development of a personal and professional leadership style grounded in leadership theories, as they pertain to socio-cultural, political as well as pedagogical and ecological issues. Leadership discourses and discussion will be reflective of the influence of the social locations and identities of the actors as well as the dynamics of power, resistance, powerlessness and efforts to claim citizenship and justice from the grassroots and up. Through exposure to recognized leaders in society, ecology, education and other fields, you will postulate what leadership principles resonate with your area of work and study. Engage in interdisciplinary analyses of leadership theories and philosophies, and examine complex ethical and professional responsibilities within professional and community relationships. This course is part of a service-based pricing program. Special tuition will apply for students enrolling in this course.