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The Leader In Me? Understanding Student And Teacher Perspectives Of Leader In Me, Summer El-Attrache
The Leader In Me? Understanding Student And Teacher Perspectives Of Leader In Me, Summer El-Attrache
Masters of Education in Teaching and Learning
Within the last 20 years, Leader in Me has become increasingly popular among elementary schools looking to incorporate leadership skills in their curriculum. The purpose of this study was to look at the perceptions that students and teachers have of Leader in Me and their perceptions about its impact on student leadership. The author collected data through student and teacher surveys, student and teacher interviews, observations, and document collection. After analyzing and coding the data using the constant comparative method, the author found four major themes. First, participants believed Leader in Me helped students take more ownership of their learning. …