Leadership for a Better World: Understanding the Social Change Model of Leadership Development
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ISBN: 0470449497 / Publisher: Jossey-Bass, June 2009
The Social Change Model of Leadership Development particularly appeals to undergraduate students because it’s an approach to leadership development that views leadership as a purposeful, collaborative, values-based process that uses multiple perspectives to enact positive social change. This accessible textbook engages the reader in understanding the nature of social change and the dimensions of leadership that help one become an effective change agent. It includes case studies, reflection questions, and learning activities to help facilitate engagement with the model. Written and edited by some of the country's most recognized and active scholars and educators in student leadership, the book has been field-tested by leadership faculty.
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Komives (National Clearinghouse for Leadership Programs, U. of Maryland) and Wagner (American Assn. of Colleges and Universities) present a collection of articles by 15 American academics and university-based student leadership development professionals. Designed to complement other NCLP resources related to the Social Change Model of Leadership Development (SCM) formulated by the Higher Education Research Institute in 1996, the text focuses on social change and socially responsible actions that readers can take to make the world a better place for everyone. Coverage includes an overview of social change and the SCM, societal/community values, group values, individual values, and change agents. For university students, faculty, and general readers engaged in leadership for social change. Jossey-Bass is an imprint of Wiley. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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