Effective Leadership in Action - EDC-X760Y
Course Description
Credit Validation for Study Smart Tutors Participants Only
Effective Leadership in Action is designed to equip educators, mentors, and advisors with transformative leadership skills, actionable strategies, and reflective practices to foster positive, inclusive, and impactful learning environments. With a strong emphasis on practical application, this course empowers participants to cultivate meaningful relationships, resolve conflicts effectively, and inspire growth within their teams and educational communities.
Participants will explore strategies for active listening, setting and maintaining boundaries, promoting cultural competency, and fostering a growth mindset. Through hands-on activities, real-world scenarios, and guided reflection, learners will strengthen their skills in conflict resolution, decision-making, and collaborative communication to drive engagement and success.
Summative assessments, including the Authentic Leadership Self-Assessment and Growth Mindset Self-Assessment, provide opportunities to measure progress and integrate new leadership strategies effectively. By the end of the course, participants will gain actionable insights, refined leadership techniques, and the confidence to inspire, connect, and lead with purpose.
Learner Outcomes
- Develop and implement mentorship strategies, including establishing professional boundaries, building rapport, and fostering trust to create positive and productive mentoring relationships.
- Evaluate and address unconscious biases to promote cultural competency and inclusive practices, fostering equitable educational and professional environments.
- Incorporate advanced active listening techniques into daily interactions to enhance communication, strengthen relationships, and support collaborative problem-solving with students and colleagues.
- Design and apply effective conflict resolution strategies using structured approaches to identify sources of conflict, navigate challenging situations, and achieve positive outcomes.
- Create and utilize decision-making frameworks to support effective problem-solving, improve communication, and strengthen leadership within educational and team settings.
Course Details
Number of Units: 1.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for Study Smart Tutors Participants.
Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Submit your Certificate of Completion by email to pce-cv@sandiego.edu after enrolling for credit and completing the course.