Discussion and Reflection: Leading Curriculum

Order Description There is substantial commentary in research and literature on instructional leadership in education. This assessment includes two sections. Section 1: Discussion (approx. 1200-1400 words) Using scholarly literature discuss your understanding of instructional leadership and its importance for curriculum development. In your discussion consider the following: - What is instructional leadership and why is it important for educational leaders? - What are some of the challenges of instructional leadership and how can they be overcome? - What practices can educational leaders consider and implement in order to lead curriculum in their educational setting? Section 2: Personal Reflection (approx. 600-800 words) In consideration of your discussion, how equipped are you as a leader or potential leader to lead curriculum in your chosen context? Briefly introduce your chosen context and then consider areas such as your past experiences, observations of others, and future goals and strategies to reflect on your abilities to effectively lead curriculum in your chosen setting. It may be beneficial in this section to discuss your definition of leadership (i.e. are you discussing middle leadership, executive leadership?)