Now that you have completed your first module, here are a few tips to help you be successful with Module 2:
- Preview the module. Before starting your work, go through the module. To do so, click on the Learning Modules Quick Link on the home page that looks like this image:
Check to be sure you can view the notes (remember to enable mixed media) and open the quizzes and assignments.
- Look for the big picture ideas. What is the module about? What are the main ideas listed in the introductions? What vocabulary will you be learning? What are the two lessons about and how do they relate to the module's title? How does this module fit with what you learned in the previous module?
- Remember that each lesson is a matching set. The lesson Introduction, the Notes/Check Your Knowledge, the Practice Activity, and the Assignment are interconnected. You will use what you learn in the notes to help you in the Practice and the Assignment. The Practice Activity is always something that will help you do the Assignment. Remember Module 1 Lesson 1? You reflected on yourself in the Practice and then used that reflection to help create an introductory Padlet. What about Module 1 Lesson 2? Your Practice asked you to take an online self-assessment and to reflect on your scores. Then your Assignment asked you to pick one strength or weakness from your practice and create a leadership goal (you learned all about goals - SMART and CLEAR - in your Lesson 1 Notes).
- Read, read, and reread the directions and the rubrics. The directions are very detailed and usually include steps to follow. The rubrics are based on the directions so be sure to read them very carefully. For example, the rubric for Module 1 Lesson 2 Assignment asked for stops as well as strengths and weaknesses. To be sure you understand what is being asked of you, go back to read about stops in the directions and think about why strengths/weaknesses are a part of the assignment. If something does not make sense, read the directions and read the rubric. Part of leadership development is problem-solving. If you cannot solve the problem, reach out to me and I will help you.
- Read the Daily Announcements. You should already receive an email with the daily announcements -- if you do not, please adjust your Canvas notifications. The announcements are also posted in my blog (celebrations are not due to privacy laws). They are non-negotiables to doing well in this class! I will explain assignments and offer tips that are not found in the Canvas modules.
- Check Course Messages in your Inbox. Just like announcements, I send important information via Canvas. For example, I shared a video with you last week on how to find and view notes.
- Resubmit. If a link does not work, resubmit a working link. When an assignment is missing important elements, redo and then resubmit. For example, Module 1 Lesson 2 asked you to chose a leadership goal. Several students created their Prezis around life goals. They tweaked their presentations using my suggestions and resubmitted for full credit.
- Turn in missing work even if it is late. Sign-up for Remind by texting @tcdettman to 81010 and you will not miss a due date! But if you do...be sure you understand the NCVPS late work policy -- 10 points off for 1 week late (starting the minute after the due date passes), 20 points off for 2 weeks late, and then 50 points after the second week. Remember that those points are deducted after the work is graded. If you are going to make-up work from past modules, you must set up a plan with me -- no plan, no grade.
Important Dates:
- Module 2 Leadership Defined Due February 9
- Progress Report February 15
- Module 3 Time Management Due February 16
- Module 4 Leading with Integrity Due February 23
- Progress Report March 1
- Module 5 Leading through Relationships Due March 2
Got resources? Check out the following NCVPS Resources at www.ncvps.org by clicking on the resources visual below:
- Module 2 Pre-Assessment
- Module 2 Lesson 1 Notes and Check Your Knowledge
- Module 2 Lesson 1 Practice Activity - Four Core Leadership Theories
Module 2 Lesson 1 Notes and Check Your Knowledge - Lesson 1 is "Leadership Theories." The notes are divided into the following topics: Leadership Is…, What is a leader?, What is leadership?, What are the foundations of leadership?, Trait Theory, Behavior Theory, Autocratic Leaders, Democratic Leaders, Laissez-faire Leaders, Contingency Theory, and Power & Influence Theory. If you cannot see the notes, follow the directions at the top of the page to enable mixed media. There is also a video to help you if you learn best with visuals. At the end of the notes, take the Check Your Knowledge assessment. Then screenshot your results - avoid posting just your score by including enough of the quiz to identify which quiz you took.
Module 2 Lesson 1 Practice Activity - Four Core Leadership Theories Now that you have learned the leadership theories in the lesson notes, it is time to show your understanding. You have the choice of creating a Prezi, Canva, PowerPoint, Google Slides or making your own graphic organizer. If you had issues with Prezi, I encourage you to try it again -- it is important for leaders to persevere! No matter the application you use to create your final product, be sure you start with the pre-planning guide template found in the assignment (remember this is not your final presentation). Be sure you are following the directions and including all of the information listed in the rubric. Your job is to showcase your understanding of the leadership theories - be creative! When you share a strength and a weakness for each theory, consider how a leader would use this theory in the real-world.
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