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About This Book
Exploring Leadership: For College Students Who Want to Make a Difference, 3rd Edition
ISBN: 9781118399477
Exploring Leadership is a comprehensive textbook designed specifically for college students who aspire to become effective leaders. This third edition, thoroughly revised and updated, continues to be a go-to resource for undergraduate leadership courses. The book is crafted by renowned authors Susan R. Komives, Nance Lucas, and Timothy R. McMahon, each bringing their expertise in leadership development.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by college students enrolled in leadership courses, as well as educators and program leaders. It serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding and developing their leadership potential, including professionals looking to enhance their leadership skills.
History and Editions
The third edition of Exploring Leadership has been updated to address contemporary issues in leadership development. This edition includes stronger connections between the Relational Leadership Model (RLM) dimensions and related concepts, as well as visual applications of the model. It also features new student vignettes that demonstrate how major concepts and theories can be applied in real-world scenarios. Additionally, the book includes new material on social justice, conflict management, positive psychology, appreciative inquiry, emotional intelligence, and self-assessment and reflection questionnaires.
Author and Other Works
Susan R. Komives is professor emerita and former director of the College Student Personnel Graduate Program at the University of Maryland, College Park. Nance Lucas is associate dean and associate professor at New Century College at George Mason University. Timothy R. McMahon is a faculty consultant in the Teaching Effectiveness Program at the University of Oregon. Each author has contributed significantly to the field of leadership development through their research and teaching.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781118399477
- eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781118417485
- eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781118427486
- Student Workbook: ISBN-13: 9781118437487
- Facilitation and Activity Guide: ISBN-13: 9781118447488
Publication Details
- Publisher: Wiley
- Publication Date: 2013
- Number of Pages: Varies by format
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
The book is part of a complete set that includes a Student Workbook and a Facilitation and Activity Guide for educators. These supplementary materials are designed to enhance the learning experience and provide educators with tools to facilitate leadership development programs.
Related ISBNs:
- 9781118417485 (eTextbook)
- 9781118427486 (eTextbook)
- 9781118437487 (Student Workbook)
- 9781118447488 (Facilitation and Activity Guide)
