This course will be delivered online via Zoom. The meetings will be synchronous, and students are expected to attend each weekly session in-person at the given location. Time is allotted towards the lecture and activity segments of the class. Active team participation is highly encouraged, and the skills of autonomous learning and self-sufficiency will be promoted throughout the course.
Year 1: Foundation in Leadership
Course Description
The Youth Leadership Development Course utilizes the framework of 7 Habits of Effective Teens to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to become effective leaders in their school, community, and future endeavors. Year 1 of the course aims to introduce leadership qualities, foster self-confidence, and empower students to make positive contributions to their surroundings.
Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of interactive activities, discussions, and real-world projects to develop their leadership potential. They will explore the different levels of leadership, and learn personal strategies for time management.
Methodology
Prerequisites
- Age requirement: minimum of 13 years
- Completion of the Horizon Sunday School Level 7 or equivalent
Learning Outcomes
An understanding of the importance of leadership, exploring the qualities and characteristics of effective leaders, and identifying personal leadership strengths through learning about John Maxwell’s 5 levels of leadership.
The competency of perceiving mistakes as learning opportunities through transforming a Fixed Mindset into Growth Mindset.
The ability to develop effective communication skills, including public speaking, active listening, and conflict resolution during groupwork.
The skills of building positive relationships and working collaboratively with others.
To set meaningful goals, develop action plans, and learn methods for effective time
management with the techniques of SMART goals and the Time Management Matrix.
management with the techniques of SMART goals and the Time Management Matrix.
An aptitude for using Self-Awareness, Imagination, Conscience and Independent Will to tackle personal and academic difficulties.
Skills of practical leadership can be transferred to future experiences including organizing events, leading community service projects, or taking on leadership roles within school clubs or organizations.
An aptitude for reflecting on personal leadership experiences, identifying areas for growth, and creating Life Plans and Mission Statements for future success.
Required Materials
Publisher: Simon & Schuster (May 27, 2014)
Length: 288 pages
ISBN13: 9781476764665
*Students must purchase their own copy of the book before the first class
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens
By Sean Covey
By Sean Covey
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