Program Overview

Educational Leadership Program

Overview

The Educational Leadership program, denoted as LCLL0130, is offered by the University College London (UCL) through the Institute of Education (IOE) and the Learning and Leadership teaching department. This module carries a credit value of 15 and is restricted to students completing the BA Early Childhood Education.

Description

This module delves into the development of leadership capabilities across various educational contexts. It explores the multifaceted nature of leadership, acknowledging both formal and informal manifestations. Students reflect on their personal understandings and experiences of leadership, distinguishing between formal (accountable) and informal leadership. The program also examines how leadership in educational settings differs from other occupations and introduces students to various models of educational leadership, their underlying principles, and applications.

Content

• Major Models of Leadership: Exploration of prominent leadership models and their relevance to educational settings.
• Values-led Leadership: Understanding the role of values in leadership and how they influence decision-making and practice.
• Leading Change and Evaluating Impact: Strategies for implementing change and assessing its impact within educational contexts.

Teaching Delivery

The module combines ten weekly face-to-face sessions with online activities on Moodle, incorporating formal teaching elements and interactive activities to foster active participation.

Module Aims

The primary aim of this module is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for future study in educational leadership or for assuming leadership positions in educational settings. This is achieved through a process of personal and academic reflection, engagement, and scholarship.

Assessment

• Mode of Study: In person.
• Methods of Assessment:
  • 70% Coursework.
  • 30% Group activity.
• Mark Scheme: Numeric Marks.

Other Information

• Number of Students on Module in Previous Year: 0.
• Intended Teaching Term: Term 1, Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 6).

Sustainability and Social Responsibility

While the module itself does not directly focus on sustainability, UCL offers a range of modules related to climate change, social, and environmental sustainability. Students interested in these areas can explore relevant modules by searching for 'climate' or 'sustainability' in the module catalogue or by visiting Sustainable UCL for information on extra-curricular activities related to sustainability.