Leading Learning: Contemporary Theories

When it comes to educational leadership, there are a range of contemporary theories, research and models to consider, including ethics of care, Indigenous worldviews, social constructivism and change management theories. In this Melbourne MicroCert you will explore these theories to gain a multifaceted understanding of educational leadership and learn how effective leadership can support teachers of young children, so they can further enhance the learning and development outcomes of children from birth to five years of age. You will explore the role of the educational leader and reflect on how educational leadership principles can be applied across a diverse range of early childhood education contexts and settings. This course is led by experts from the Melbourne Graduate School of Education and is part of the Educational Leadership in Early Childhood series, which focuses on enhancing the leadership qualities and practices of educational leaders and educators working in early childhood. Who is it for? This MicroCert is for educational leaders and educators with a minimum of three years' experience in the early childhood education and care sector who aspire to lead teams or enhance their leadership skills to improve quality of learning and teaching within the sector. Key topics During this Melbourne MicroCert you will examine a range of key concepts, including: Theoretical and research-informed understandings of educational leadership in ECEC settings Contemporary theories, models and research that address the role of educational leadership in supporting teachers to improve their educational programs and practices and child learning outcomes The role of educational leadership in supporting teacher effectiveness and child learning outcomes across a diverse range of early childhood education contexts and settings. Learning outcomes On completion of the course, you will be able to: Evaluate educational leadership perspectives in early childhood education settings Apply contemporary educational leadership theories and models to support staff development. Learning experience This MicroCert has been designed to coincide with the sector’s teaching terms to ensure you have opportunities and time to apply your newly acquired knowledge and practices. You will be introduced to learning material at targeted time points during the learning period, building knowledge over time. In our innovative online environment, you will learn alongside other industry professionals and undertake guided learning, peer discussion and facilitated activities involving contributions from the industry, including policymakers, researchers and educational and pedagogical leaders. Learning includes videos, online reading tasks, independent study supported by interactive webinars and discussion board activities. Fully online delivery offers a convenient way to develop your skillset, from a location that suits you. Pathways to further study Leading Learning: Contemporary Theories can be taken as a stand-alone course, or you can complement it with any other Melbourne MicroCert in the Enacting Educational Leadership in Early Childhood and Education Care Settings?series, in whatever order you choose. Leading Learning: Contemporary Theories is designed to provide a pathway – otherwise known as advanced standing – into the Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Teaching.?To use it in this way, you will need to complete?all four Melbourne MicroCerts in the Educational Leadership in Early Childhood series, as each MicroCert is equivalent to one quarter of a standard subject, then apply for credit towards the qualification.