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Explore diverse leadership roles and your present and future leadership role in the industry
Assessment Strategies
Case study, reflection, group discussion, self-assessment
Criteria
define leadership, servant leadership, and diverse leadership
examine the impact of history and experience on leadership roles
examine leaders in the industry and their leadership styles
identify at least five values of your cultural heritage
identify at least five ways age, race, ethnicity, gender, gender-orientation, and physical and cognitive ability has influenced the way you perceive yourself
analyze how your self-perception impacts your learning and leadership
identify your present and future leadership role in the industry
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Examine leadership styles and discuss theories to practice
Assessment Strategies
Case Study, Self Assessment
Criteria
analyze different leadership styles and their impact on the industry
discuss theories to practices
discuss the role of a leader in initiating change and helping others to adjust to change
discuss the roles of empowering and delegating as effective leadership skills
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Discuss strategies to enhance the value of group dynamics and communication skills
Assessment Strategies
Skill Demonstration, Reflection, Facilitation Exercises
Criteria
Demonstrate awareness of cultural identity, cultivating inclusivity and implementing culturally relevant services for diverse needs.
Demonstrate awareness and self-reflexive understanding of the complex intersectionality of identities that impact perception of self and others.
Describe the lifecycle of the group
Communicate effectively with members of diverse populations
Examine the impact of bias and behavior on relationships (personal and group)
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Analyze difficult behaviors and how to manage those from a leadership role
Assessment Strategies
Reflection and Scenario Response
Criteria
Analyze nonverbal communication and how it relates to leisure studies
Examine the relationships between managing and motivating participant behaviors
Discuss social and professional issues affecting fitness and recreation leaders.
Discuss the complexities inherent in ethical leadership
Define and evaluate the servant-leader’s role in our industry
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Explore individual leadership traits and take the opportunity to lead facilitation activities
Assessment Strategies
Facilitation Exercises and Self-Assessment
Criteria
Prepare for the session by participating in group work
Demonstrate time management and respectful collaborative skills
Create a supportive, inclusive, and equitable environment
Manage the group process and facilitate participation from all group members
Elicit discussion while stimulating one’s own reasoning and problem solving skills
Foster learning by emphasizing purpose, relevance, value, or key content
Examine competencies of risk management in direct leadership roles
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Analyze leader profiles from Fitness and Recreation professionals from across the globe
Assessment Strategies
Cases Studies and Mentor Interview
Criteria
Analyze immigrant experiences, language diversity, and global perspectives on race, ethnicity, and legacies of colonialism
Create an individualized career roadmap and identify experience needed for success
Interview and identify a mentor in the industry that can help you reach your goals and aspirations