Discussion Post
Read the case by Sterrett & Richardson (2017), "Cultivating Innovation in an Age of Accountability: Tech-Savvy Leadership," from the University Library.
Write a 250 to 300 words response to the following:
a) Describe what learning and leading look like in your educational setting or in the educational setting with which you are most familiar (school, school district, college, etc.). How are quality and capacity developed and/or supported?
b) If the "hallmarks of excellence" presented in Figure 1 of Sterrett and Richardson (2017) were modified to assess excellence in instructional leadership, they might look like this:
c) Models effective instructional leadership in the execution of day-to-day responsibilities.
d) Ensures that instructional resources are equitably distributed among students and staff.
e) Insists that adequate professional development is a component of every instructional initiative.
f) Demonstrates exceptional vision in leading the development and implementation of instructional plans.
g) Exhibits a thorough understanding of the role of instruction in education and can articulate that understanding to all related stakeholders.
h) Provides exceptional leadership in supporting curriculum and instruction.
i) Demonstrates curiosity and open-mindedness in considering emerging and non-traditional approaches to instruction to address traditional problems.
j) Thinks creatively and strategically about the long-term challenges and opportunities of instruction in the organization and in education at large.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.