Leadership Journal: Leadership Competencies

To prepare for this journal review Howard Gardners

. 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

. 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?