Educating for Global Leadership: A North-South Collaboration
Nicholas V Longo1, Janice McMillan2
1Providence College.
New Directions for Student Leadership
|February 20, 2016
Summary
This study explores leadership shifts in global higher education, moving from command-based to community-centered approaches in both the global North and South. It highlights evolving educational leadership strategies worldwide.
Area of Science:
- Higher Education Studies
- Leadership Studies
- Global Education
Background:
- Traditional leadership models in higher education often rely on command-and-control structures.
- There is a growing need to understand evolving leadership paradigms in international educational contexts.
- The global North and South present distinct yet interconnected challenges and opportunities in educational leadership.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the transition from command-based to community-based leadership in higher education.
- To compare leadership program implementations in the global North and global South.
- To identify key factors influencing the shift towards community in educational leadership.
Main Methods:
- Comparative case study analysis of two global education programs.
- Qualitative examination of leadership program structures and outcomes.
- Exploration of leadership philosophies and practices within selected institutions.
Main Results:
- Evidence suggests a discernible shift towards community-oriented leadership in both studied programs.
- Programmatic differences in the global North and South impact the manifestation of this leadership shift.
- Community-based leadership fosters greater collaboration and adaptability in higher education settings.
Conclusions:
- The shift from command to community in leadership is a significant trend in global higher education.
- Contextual factors in the global North and South shape the implementation and effectiveness of community leadership.
- Adopting community-centered leadership is crucial for the future of higher education institutions worldwide.
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