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Why Do We Learn What We Learn? The Intersection Of Leadership And Learning In Aviation Environments, Kadie Mullins
Why Do We Learn What We Learn? The Intersection Of Leadership And Learning In Aviation Environments, Kadie Mullins
National Training Aircraft Symposium (NTAS)
Why do we learn what we learn? Teach what we teach? Train how we train? Largely, decisions regarding instruction and training in aviation environments are dictated by leadership. Industry CEOs beliefs on professional development, organization culture inspired by leadership, and the instructors’ personal leadership philosophies create specific learning schema while legislation, credentialing agencies, and public policies provide mandates surrounding licensing and certifications. This paper will explore the contexts and concepts in which learning and leading intersect and the impacts of those intersections on learner outcomes and instructional planning. Exploring pertinent historical, societal, philosophical, and psychological factors that guide instruction and …
Developing A New Department Culture: When Programs Merge, William Hoon, Aimee Shouse
Developing A New Department Culture: When Programs Merge, William Hoon, Aimee Shouse
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
This presentation will discuss some best practices that help transitioning cultures in merged or merging academic departments.
The Four Quadrants Of Administrative Effectiveness, Rob Jenkins
The Four Quadrants Of Administrative Effectiveness, Rob Jenkins
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Administrative effectiveness can be charted on X and Y axes, with X representing responsibility and Y representing control. The best administrators tend to fall in the “High Responsibility / Low Control” quadrant. The session includes an assessment that allows administrators to chart themselves and see which quadrant they typically inhabit.
Leveraging Technology For The Recruitment Of Students And Faculty, William Hoon, Christopher Hirschler
Leveraging Technology For The Recruitment Of Students And Faculty, William Hoon, Christopher Hirschler
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
This presentation will discuss some best practices in using the latest technology to assist in student and faculty recruitment in two distinct departments at two universities.
New Chair Alliance, Katherine Frank, Dan Wheeler
New Chair Alliance, Katherine Frank, Dan Wheeler
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Those who will soon transition into a chair position or who have been a chair for two years or less will find this workshop particularly valuable. Topics covered include transitioning to new roles and responsibilities, annual planning, everyday management, strategic planning for the future, personal development, and finding satisfaction in being a chair and making a difference. Participants will gain practical tips and tools to improve effectiveness, become familiar with essential resources, learn how to identify an administrative mentor, as well as connect and network with others at a similar career stage.