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SEE ATTACHMENT
LeadershipJournalLeadershipCompetencies.pdf
To prepare for this journal review Howard Gardner’s Five Minds for the Future. You will
specifically reflect on each competency within the source:
• A disciplined mind
• A synthesizing mind
• A creative mind
• A respectful mind
• An ethical mind
Throughout your program you have discussed, and will continue to discuss, the
importance of becoming a 21st century educator. Equally important is preparing your
students for being 21st-century learners. One way to do both is through reflective
guidance in what Howard Gardner describes as the “Five Minds for the Future
• According to Gardner (2008), the “Five Minds are competencies which young
people and the society need in the twenty-first century going forward”. For your
leadership journal, reflect on each of these competencies as a leader in early
childhood education.
Part 1: Content/Course Reflection (1 pt.)
• How will you prepare those children, their families, and the staff in your care in
each competency? Be sure you provide specific details on each competency.
• If you were to add a sixth competency, what would it be and why?
Part 2: Program/Personal Reflection (2 pts.)
• How does each competency influence you as a leader personally? Be sure you
provide at least one example for each competency.
• How does your understanding of each of these competencies positively impact
your ability as a leader to evaluate curriculum materials and models and ensure
alignment with standards?
Integrative and Critical Thinking Expectations (demonstrated within the
content of the journal):
• Connections to Experience (.5 point): Meaningfully synthesizes
connections among experiences both within and outside of coursework to deepen
understanding of fields of study and to broaden own points of view.
• Reflection and Self-Assessment (.5 point): Envisions a future self and
possibly makes plans that build on experiences that have occurred across
multiple and diverse contexts.
Research and Resource Expectations:
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Sources are not required for your journal assignments. However, if you need to cite
information, you must cite in APA format and include a reference page.
• Writing and Formatting Expectations:
• Professional Reflective Voice (.25 points): Journals may be written in a
less formal, but still professional voice (avoids casual language). First person
voice is encouraged.
• Organization (.25 points): Demonstrates logical progression of ideas.
• Syntax and Mechanics (.25 points): Writing displays meticulous
comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling,
grammar, and punctuation.
• APA Formatting (.25 points): Papers are formatted properly and all sources
(if used) are cited and referenced in APA style.
• Suggested Assignment Length: Three double-spaced pages, not including
title and reference pages.
Reference:
West, A. D. (Director). (2007, May 1). Howard Gardner’s “Five minds for the
future” [Television series episode]. In R. Isaacson (Executive Producer), The open
mind. PBS.
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