Innovative Leadership in Higher Education | Origin: LS104R
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Your Leadership Legacy --> Innovative Leadership in Higher Education
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
I learned that it is important to overcome mismatch and get the right students into the right schools, but that isn't helpful if they don't complete their education and graduate.
There is a significant opportunity to inform our communities of what our career colleges and universities offer and the success rates of our students in high-demand, high-skilled careers that fit the needs of our local markets. Partnering with our companies and facilities and creating a pipeline for student graduates.
Comment on Bethany Friedlander's post: Which is?
Different factors lead to the obstacles in which students struggle to complete their education. It is critical that institutions identify how students enter higher education, whether they struggle with entry, and what that means on the back end once they start classes, etc. Are there correlations, and what are they?
Once the institution understands the student population, it is important to have support and steps to help guide the student to a successful outcome. Of course, the responsibility is on the student but the institution plays a role in the student's success.
Identifying the biggest obstacle is half of the problem and it does appear that the biggest obstacle may be those from a lower income situation starting school and finishing it. Knowing how to support and reach those students should be able to make a big difference. Including programs that teach a skill may bridge that gap a bit as well.
It was interesting to read about how the challenge is not with students entering higher education, but with them finishing their education. I think that there needs to be more transparency with the resources that are available to assist students in reaching their goals.
We talk about the financial impact on education all the time and fail to realize that there are other challenges that affect education. I learnt the challenges facing education completion is the problem with crossing the finish line.
Leadership legacy is a duty of educators
I was especially intrigued by the concept that the success of the economy is tied to the quality of human capital. It was surprising that the US is behind the 8 ball here.
The importance of education in keeping our economy moving forward. The thought of the next steps of education can be overwhelming for students.
I am very clear now on my legacy
Career colleges have a real role to play and should not be seen as lower quality
I learned the importance of thinking about your legacy now, as opposed to once your career is over and the benefits of doing so now.
I've learned how to adapt my strengths to my leadership style.
This section was definitely one of the most 'thought provoking' and unexpectantly interesting. I have never thought about a 'legacy' in education although the thought itself heightens awareness of "the nowness of the moment". In short, if we are all active participants in education as an institution-we are all actively architects of our own legacies. Consciously? Or unconsciously? Goooood stuff.
I would have to say that I have discovered new aspects of leadership style and skills that can be incredibly valuable for personal and professional growth. Embracing these newfound strengths and honing them further can lead to even greater success in my endeavors.
Reviewing your legacy is one of the most important things you can do. It provides you the opportunity to prioritize your purpose and look at the big picture. Often we get lost in the daily task and forget the future.
