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Measuring a moving target: Techniques for engineering leadership evaluation and assessment
Brian J Novoselich1, David B Knight2
1United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, USA.
New Directions for Student Leadership
|April 28, 2022
Summary
This study offers engineering educators a guide to assessing and evaluating leadership skills in undergraduate students. It aims to foster positive change for the future of engineering.
Area of Science:
- Engineering Education
- Leadership Studies
Background:
- Effective leadership is crucial for the advancement of the engineering field.
- Current methods for assessing leadership in undergraduate engineering students are not comprehensively documented.
- There is a need for structured approaches to develop and evaluate engineering leadership potential early in academic careers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide engineering educators with a comprehensive overview of engineering leadership assessment and evaluation.
- To equip educators with tools and frameworks to identify and nurture leadership qualities in undergraduate students.
- To contribute to the development of future engineering leaders capable of driving innovation and positive change.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing leadership assessment models in higher education.
- Analysis of current practices in engineering leadership development programs.
- Synthesis of best practices for evaluating leadership competencies relevant to engineering disciplines.
Main Results:
- Identification of key leadership competencies essential for engineering professionals.
- Overview of various assessment methodologies, including self-assessments, 360-degree feedback, and performance-based evaluations.
- Framework for integrating leadership assessment into undergraduate engineering curricula.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive assessment and evaluation of engineering leadership are vital for cultivating future leaders.
- Educators can utilize structured approaches to enhance leadership development among engineering students.
- Implementing robust leadership assessment strategies will positively impact the future trajectory of the engineering profession.
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