Deeper Learning in Leadership : Helping College Students Find the Potential Within

by Roberts, Dennis C.

• ISBN13: 9780787985851
• ISBN10: 0787985856
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2007-09-28
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass

Summary

Designed to show how leadership potential can be both broadened and deepened in contemporary higher education, this book proposes a new approach that recognizes new strategies are needed for the increasingly complex issues that we face, both in higher education and in the broader landscape beyond the campus. This book will provide historical context, examine organizational models, and offer summaries of theory that will allow the reader to see new possibilities and challenges in comprehensive leadership development.  The ultimate outcome will be the creation of programs that will prepare the students and alumni of our colleges and universities to transform the communities and businesses they serve.

Author Biography

Dennis C. Roberts is associate vice president for student affairs, Miami University (Ohio). He is responsible for the student leadership, campus and community life programs, including career services, student activities, and fraternity and sorority life; as well as community engagement, service learning, and civic leadership.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. v
Preface	p. ix
The Author	p. xix
Introduction and Potential of Deeper Learning	p. 1
Context of Leadership Learning	p. 19
Leadership Theory in Use	p. 41
Preparing Leadership for the Future	p. 63
Accessing Purpose and Voice for Deeper Leadership	p. 95
Leadership Program Design and Continuous Improvement	p. 131
Innovations to Deepen Leadership	p. 165
Challenges and Opportunities in Deepening Leadership	p. 203
References	p. 219
Index	p. 231
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