Unit details
ELT711 - Theories and Models of Leadership: Introduction
| Offered at: | (X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | J Rowlands |
| Prerequisite: | Minimum 8 credit points of strand study (i.e. early childhood, primary or secondary), must have passed all units EEE751, EEE752, EPR701, and EPR702. |
| Corequisite: | Must be enrolled in course E760, and unit ELT712 |
| Contact hours: | 3 hours per week or equivalent |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
Topics in this unit include;
- Definitions of leadership
- Theories of leadership – historical and current
- Leadership – qualities, skills, attributes and ethics
- Aspirational leadership
- Leadership in context
- Educational leadership and change
- Leadership planning and curriculum change
Assessment
Task 1 50% A critical review of the literature in a selected area of leadership theory relevant to the individual’s educational context.
Task 2 50% A detailed response to one of four provided scenarios, drawing on course content and relevant literature.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $587 | $1944 | $2490 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
