HED4812 Final PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 7 January 2026
[Document subtitle]
[School]
[Course title]
, Exam (elaborations)
HED4812 Final PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 7 January 2026
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Course
Contemporary Approaches to Educational Leadership (HED4812)
HED4812 Final PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 7 January 2026; 100%
TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
Reflective Journal Assignment The reflective journal is designed to encourage critical thinking,
self-awareness, and the application of theoretical concepts to practical scenarios. Students will
respond to three topics, reflecting on their understanding, experiences, and insights. Reflective
Journal Format 1. Introduction (50–100 words): Briefly introduce the topic and its relevance to
educational leadership. 2. Reflection (400–450 words): Address the guiding questions,
integrating theoretical concepts, personal experiences, and critical insights. 3. Conclusion (50–
100 words): Identify the theories, models, or frameworks (e.g., transformational leadership,
systems thinking, crisis management, indigenous leadership principles) you applied to address
the challenges. • Explain why you chose these theories and how they informed your approach. •
Provide evidence of how you integrated these theories into your practice (e.g., lesson plans,
meeting notes, feedback from colleagues) Outline the specific steps or strategies you
implemented to address the challenges. • Reflect on the decision-making process and any
adjustments you made along the way. • Include evidence of your actions (e.g., photos, videos,
documents, or testimonials). Summarize key takeaways and reflect on how the topic has
influenced your understanding of educational leadership. Marking Rubric for Reflective Journal
(100 Marks) 1. Depth of Reflection (30 Marks) • Excellent (27–30):
Demonstrates deep critical thinking and self-awareness. Integrates theoretical concepts with
personal experiences and insights. • Good (22–26): Provides thoughtful reflection but may lack
depth in connecting theory to practice. • Satisfactory (15–21): Offers basic reflection with limited
critical analysis or personal insights. Describe the results of your actions and their impact on
your organization, team, or students. • Reflect on what worked well and what could have been
improved. • Include measurable outcomes (e.g., improved student performance, increased staff
morale, enhanced collaboration). Summarize the key lessons you learned from addressing these
ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 7 January 2026
[Document subtitle]
[School]
[Course title]
, Exam (elaborations)
HED4812 Final PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 7 January 2026
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Course
Contemporary Approaches to Educational Leadership (HED4812)
HED4812 Final PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 7 January 2026; 100%
TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
Reflective Journal Assignment The reflective journal is designed to encourage critical thinking,
self-awareness, and the application of theoretical concepts to practical scenarios. Students will
respond to three topics, reflecting on their understanding, experiences, and insights. Reflective
Journal Format 1. Introduction (50–100 words): Briefly introduce the topic and its relevance to
educational leadership. 2. Reflection (400–450 words): Address the guiding questions,
integrating theoretical concepts, personal experiences, and critical insights. 3. Conclusion (50–
100 words): Identify the theories, models, or frameworks (e.g., transformational leadership,
systems thinking, crisis management, indigenous leadership principles) you applied to address
the challenges. • Explain why you chose these theories and how they informed your approach. •
Provide evidence of how you integrated these theories into your practice (e.g., lesson plans,
meeting notes, feedback from colleagues) Outline the specific steps or strategies you
implemented to address the challenges. • Reflect on the decision-making process and any
adjustments you made along the way. • Include evidence of your actions (e.g., photos, videos,
documents, or testimonials). Summarize key takeaways and reflect on how the topic has
influenced your understanding of educational leadership. Marking Rubric for Reflective Journal
(100 Marks) 1. Depth of Reflection (30 Marks) • Excellent (27–30):
Demonstrates deep critical thinking and self-awareness. Integrates theoretical concepts with
personal experiences and insights. • Good (22–26): Provides thoughtful reflection but may lack
depth in connecting theory to practice. • Satisfactory (15–21): Offers basic reflection with limited
critical analysis or personal insights. Describe the results of your actions and their impact on
your organization, team, or students. • Reflect on what worked well and what could have been
improved. • Include measurable outcomes (e.g., improved student performance, increased staff
morale, enhanced collaboration). Summarize the key lessons you learned from addressing these
