Mai Xiong University of Wisconsin Oshkosh MS Educational Leadership Program
Introduction
End of Program Update, Fall 2012
As I reflect on the last 2.5 years of my graduate school journey, it has been quite the journey but a rewarding one. I recall writing the below introduction paragraph feeling eager and uncertain about where this program will lead me. Now that I am at the end of the journey I suddenly feel eager and uncertain again but this time about what will come next!
Beginning of Graduate School, Fall 2010
Warren Bennis defines leadership as “a function of knowing yourself, having a vision that is well communicated, building trust among colleagues, and taking effective action to realize your own leadership potential."
As a case manager, I assess others to determine their skills, level of education, and help them plan for the future. This intro course has allowed me to assess myself. I was surprised to learn that in the short time I was away from school, I had lost touch with education, the world and myself. As a result of this class, I have become more mindful of those around me and have gain a better understanding of who I am, where I am going, what type of leader I am and how I react to change. I have just started my graduate school journey but am eager to learn and grow as I go through the educational leadership program. I feel re-energized and look forward to what the future holds for me and my career.
Leadership Philosophy Statement (link) MS Educational Leadership Program Goals (goals self assessment)
Envision and guide organizational change.
Communicate effectively, engage constituents, develop people and build community.
Advocate and promote equity for diverse populations, and respect for individuals.
Integrate theory, data, research and ethical standards into the context of one's practice through continual learning.
EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP PORTFOLIO
Mai XiongUniversity of Wisconsin Oshkosh
MS Educational Leadership Program
Introduction
End of Program Update, Fall 2012
As I reflect on the last 2.5 years of my graduate school journey, it has been quite the journey but a rewarding one. I recall writing the below introduction paragraph feeling eager and uncertain about where this program will lead me. Now that I am at the end of the journey I suddenly feel eager and uncertain again but this time about what will come next!
Beginning of Graduate School, Fall 2010
Warren Bennis defines leadership as “a function of knowing yourself, having a vision that is well communicated, building trust among colleagues, and taking effective action to realize your own leadership potential."
As a case manager, I assess others to determine their skills, level of education, and help them plan for the future. This intro course has allowed me to assess myself. I was surprised to learn that in the short time I was away from school, I had lost touch with education, the world and myself. As a result of this class, I have become more mindful of those around me and have gain a better understanding of who I am, where I am going, what type of leader I am and how I react to change. I have just started my graduate school journey but am eager to learn and grow as I go through the educational leadership program. I feel re-energized and look forward to what the future holds for me and my career.
Leadership Philosophy Statement (link)
MS Educational Leadership Program Goals (goals self assessment)
MS Educational Leadership Program Dispositions (dispositions self assessment)
Program Planning Sheet (link)