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Hi Misty,
ReplyDeleteJust as our students are each unique individuals, educators have different leadership styles that they bring to the classroom. As I was reading Hall (2008) book this week I didn't see that I fit exactly into any of the leadership styles, but saw that I exhibited aspects from all the leadership styles. I agree that educators should think before they speak. Students follow the teacher, so educators should exhibit being a reflective lifelong learner as an encouragement to the students.
The role of a school administrator can be a very versatile role in regards to being responsible for technology. Some schools have their own technology director, while in others there may only be a district director and the principal may have to assume a leadership role at the school level demonstrating being open to new technology. As technology continues to evolve, so will the role of technology directors and school administrators change. As we are seeing the influx of online charter schools, one administrator may make decisions, but instructors use technology to teach the classes.
I enjoyed being reminded of the quote you stated from Hall (2008). We as teachers especially at the end of the year can be overwhelmed, but we do need to continue to achieve greatness and not give up at the end. One of my favorite verses is Philippians 4:13, and especially at the end of the school year remind myself that I can do everything through God's help. God gave us technology as one tool that can be used to reach students.
Hall, D. (2008). The technology director’s guide to leadership: The power of great questions.Eugene, OR: ISTE
Hi Misty!
ReplyDeleteGreat post! I love the verse at the end. It is one of my favorites and one that I tend to rely on during times of need. It is important to also remember that verse as a leader in a professional environment. Students feed off of the positives that they see as well as colleagues you encounter. Creating a positive learning environment and being a true role model is a positive for all involved in the learning process. We often find that some leaders are not capable of the task at hand but are put in a position because no one else wants to do it. As I read Hall's book, I found that my leadership style was that of the oracle and that I am great at stressing the importance of the bigger picture. We too often live in the 'now' and do not take into consideration what the bigger picture can mean for all involved. True leadership means to look at the ways that change impacts all involved and not just one individual.
Resource:
Hall, D. (2008). The Technology Director's Guide to Leadership: The Power of Great Questions. Eugene, OR: ISTE.
Hello Misty,
ReplyDeleteYou stated you are more like a sensei than a sage or oracle, I believe I am too. When I look back on my leadership style, I believe I expect some structure and procedures to be clear yet I like the idea of envisioning the overall picture. I believe in creating relationships. I think that is important not only in technology leadership but as a classroom teacher. On the other hand, I do think that all three types have their places in leadership. Hall (2008) stated it is important to note that each leadership type is neither negative nor positive within its own right.
I enjoyed how you concluded you post with a word of encouragement for all of us as teachers in the classroom. You quoted that we should “Strive for greatness.” That is a wonderful reminder of what our calling is all about. As teachers we must strive for excellence not just to make it through to the end of the year.
Thank you
Dale
References
Hall, D. (2008). The technology director’s guide to leadership: The power of great questions. Eugene, OR: International Society for Technology in Education.
Misty Antonioli
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your blog video. I like the key points you stated about once a desire to learn is instilled the students they would learn a great deal on their own. I experience that same concept this year in the computer application class. After, each quarter the students had projects to complete. The projects allowed me to assess the student knowledge on what they learned, over the course of the quarter. All the projects are hands-on. They had to type and create different documents using Microsoft Office 2010 Word, PowerPoint (option prezi.com) and Publisher.
I agree educators can teach through examples on how students can take control of their own learning by watching their teacher’s leadership skills. But what if the teacher leadership skills are not up to par and the student are having a hard time understanding the teaching methods. One thing, I believe that could help with this problem, if teachers allow their classes to complete teacher’s evaluation of their teaching methods, twice during the school year. I allow the students in my class to evaluate my teaching methods. It helps me to help them.
Push through and finish the year strong....great words, Misty (for teachers and students)! Sometimes just knowing that someone else believes in your ability is enough to help you accomplish the task at hand. A great reminder for all of us--brings to mind one of my favorite quotes: "Treat people as if they were what they ought to be and you help them to become what they are capable of being." ~Von Goethe
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