Leadership and/or organizational structures
- Conduct research on the leadership and/or organizational structures, types, or styles among various types of K12 education organizations. Select only one for this assignment. You can select from private schools, local school districts, or for-profit online schools in the United States. In addition, you may choose an international school system (e.g., North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, Middle East, or Latin America). You must investigate a different type of school than you did in the midterm.
- You should describe the following, at a minimum:
a. Description of the leadership and or organizational structure
b. Strengths and criticisms of the styles and leadership and structure.
c. Typical leadership roles associated with the structure. - Write a 4- to 5-page paper in which you discuss your research findings. Refer to the rubric for specific requirements for this paper.
- Reflection – at the end of this paper, write a 2- to 3-page personal reflection about what you learned in this class. At a minimum, respond to the following prompts. First-person writing is appropriate for this section.
a. What did you discover about your personal leadership style?
b. What leadership theory or approach resonated with you the most? Why?
c. With the knowledge you have gained during this class, what will you change about your leadership approach? Why?
Sample Answer
Typical Leadership Roles
- CEO/President:Sets the overall vision, manages senior leadership, and ensures financial sustainability. Requires strong strategic thinking, business acumen, and leadership skills.
- COO:Oversees daily operations, focuses on efficiency and cost control. Requires experience in managing online learning environments and educational technology.
- CAO:Leads curriculum development, ensures academic quality, and aligns programs with industry standards. Requires expertise in curriculum design, pedagogy in online learning, and educational leadership.
- CMO:Develops and implements marketing strategies for student recruitment and enrollment. Requires strong marketing skills, understanding of the online education market, and data-driven decision-making.
- Regional Directors/Heads of Schools:Manage specific online schools, focusing on enrollment, student retention, and school performance. Requires leadership experience, a focus on student success, and the ability to build a strong online school culture.