In order for UGBA 155 Leadership to be classified as the “best class ever” I have cultivated a list of components I anticipate that this class should consist of.
Change of Perspective
The first component I hope is a part of this class is a change of perspective. In other words, I would like to gain knowledge in the subject of leadership and all the different styles it comes with. In the past, I have not put much thought into leadership as an academic subject and simply acted as a leader when the situation called for it. However, I would like to learn more information about leadership that will create a change in my thought-process and change my perception. In the simplest terms, I want the information I learn in this class to surprise me and
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In my previous classes at Haas, the students have often been lectured at and there is not much interaction between peers. This class would be the best class ever if the students are actively engaged and participating in all class discussions. One of the things I hope this class accomplishes is that it creates an atmosphere where every individual feels that there voice is important and students are eager to share their opinions.
Practical Application
Another huge facet for this class to be a success is practical application. I am a very hands-on learner and it vital that this Leadership class has facets of applying what we are learning in and out of the classroom. Also it is important to be able to foresee how the skills we learn in this class can be applied to practical world. In order to do this a simulation of an organization can be used where the students take turns on being the leader.
Inspiration
One of the most important components for a class to be the best is its ability to move you. This class should cultivate an arena where students feel inspired and motivated. Couple years from now I should be able to look back to this class and distinctly remember a lesson that I learned in it that changed me for the better. My main motivator to take this class is my aspirations for becoming a teacher and I hope I can inspire my future students someday with the skills I learned from this