Leadership is a very important skill for students to learn, as they are overall preparing for the real world and real workplaces to be a part of very soon. A vital component of what makes good leadership is the fostering of decision-making. It is discussed in this module, but I want to bring more to light that an instructor has the ability to nurture students in making decisions, thus providing them the springboard for making good decisions as leaders.
In my opinion, working together in class, including participation in class discussions, answering questions and participating in group activities, are small examples of the elements of decision making that leads to good leadership. Enthusiasm, active listening, productive talk and support from instructors bring the environment of leadership development into the classroom, preparation for work-based learning and budding job experience activities, thus bringing the framework of students developing into great leaders...and solid decision makers.
