HED4812
FINAL REFLECTIVE JOURNAL EXIT
DUE DATE: 7 January 2025
PREVIEW:
QUESTION 1: Depth of Reflection on Educational Leadership and Management
1. Reflect deeply on your journey throughout this module. How has your understanding of educational
leadership and management evolved? Discuss any significant insights or shifts in perspective you have
experienced.
ANSWER:
My journey through this module on educational leadership and management has been transformative.
Initially, I viewed educational leadership primarily as an administrative role focused on efficiency and
compliance with policies. However, as I progressed through the module, my perspective evolved to
recognize the multifaceted nature of leadership, which integrates vision-building, inspiring others, and
fostering collaborative cultures.
One of the key insights I gained was the significance of relational leadership. Building trust and cultivating
meaningful relationships emerged as essential elements of effective leadership. Emotional intelligence
and communication skills became central to my understanding of what it takes to lead in educational
contexts. I also began to appreciate the interconnectedness between leadership and management.
Leadership involves setting a vision and inspiring change, while management ensures the execution of
Disclaimer:
that vision through effective planning and coordination. This dual understanding has enhanced my ability
The materials provided are intended for educational and informational purposes only. They should not be
to think strategically
submitted whileorremaining
as original work pragmatic.
used in violation of any academic institution's policies. The buyer is solely
responsible for how the materials are used.
The module also highlighted the importance of adaptability in leadership. Navigating the complexities
of educational institutions, including societal challenges and policy shifts, requires resilience and a
commitment to lifelong learning. These insights have not only broadened my theoretical understanding
FINAL REFLECTIVE JOURNAL EXIT
DUE DATE: 7 January 2025
PREVIEW:
QUESTION 1: Depth of Reflection on Educational Leadership and Management
1. Reflect deeply on your journey throughout this module. How has your understanding of educational
leadership and management evolved? Discuss any significant insights or shifts in perspective you have
experienced.
ANSWER:
My journey through this module on educational leadership and management has been transformative.
Initially, I viewed educational leadership primarily as an administrative role focused on efficiency and
compliance with policies. However, as I progressed through the module, my perspective evolved to
recognize the multifaceted nature of leadership, which integrates vision-building, inspiring others, and
fostering collaborative cultures.
One of the key insights I gained was the significance of relational leadership. Building trust and cultivating
meaningful relationships emerged as essential elements of effective leadership. Emotional intelligence
and communication skills became central to my understanding of what it takes to lead in educational
contexts. I also began to appreciate the interconnectedness between leadership and management.
Leadership involves setting a vision and inspiring change, while management ensures the execution of
Disclaimer:
that vision through effective planning and coordination. This dual understanding has enhanced my ability
The materials provided are intended for educational and informational purposes only. They should not be
to think strategically
submitted whileorremaining
as original work pragmatic.
used in violation of any academic institution's policies. The buyer is solely
responsible for how the materials are used.
The module also highlighted the importance of adaptability in leadership. Navigating the complexities
of educational institutions, including societal challenges and policy shifts, requires resilience and a
commitment to lifelong learning. These insights have not only broadened my theoretical understanding
