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Mac T Benavides1, Murry Streetman2, Keyhan Shams1
1Staley School of Leadership, Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, USA.
Abstract:
This article provides an example of how a leadership studies program has addressed the call for attention to conceptual frameworks as outlined in the International Leadership Association's (2021) General Principles for Leadership Programs. Faculty members from the Staley School of Leadership at Kansas State University share lessons learned from integrating two frameworks to inform curricular design, delivery, and assessment. The key insight presented is that when leadership educators thoughtfully apply conceptual frameworks, powerful learning environments can be cultivated to prepare learners to exercise leadership for the common good.
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