Saw a bumper sticker that went something like this: " if we lead the leaders will have to follow." This is interesting for a few reasons that are related to our class discussions. First, the leaders are out of touch with the followers. Second, the leaders are motivating (incorrectly) the followers to action. Third, the follower actions are not concerned with with the political correctness as Scott has mentioned.
Are there any parallels to higher education? While K-12 races to the top are they loosing sight of constructivist leadership processes? Did they loose it or was it taken away? Are they creating learning environments or producing widget test takers? (Does it matter?) As higher education starts its race to the top with continued calls for accountability, can we steer the conversation towards the process? At least steer it towards the different mission and goals of higher educaiton in California?
I guess we can turn the meaning of the bumper sticker: if we lead, the legislature will have to follow.
Just some thoughts to spark discussions . . .
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