GNED 1011- Developing Leadership

Course Syllabus (designed by Rob Harrison)

Professor: Vince Maccarone
vince.maccarone@georgiancollege.ca

Class Information: Office Hours:

ONLINE – Asynchronous Email and Webex meeting
Based on a Tuesday to by request
Monday format

“A leader is one who, knows the way, goes the way and shows the way.”
-John C. Maxwell

Course Description:

What makes a good leader? In a changing and diverse workforce, leadership is increasingly becoming an
essential skill for success. Students explore critical characteristics and models of leadership relating them to
theoretical and historical perspectives. Students reflect on the impact and value of leadership on their
personal lives in a variety of contexts.

Learning Outcomes (LO):

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
1. Describe leadership styles and skills;
2. Explore contemporary leadership from a Canadian and global perspective;
3. Apply leadership practices to historical and contemporary perspectives;
4. Investigate leadership development from a personal perspective;
5. Examine various leadership concepts and issues;
6. Develop a personal philosophy on the nature of leadership and its value
in our lives.
Required Materials:
Kouzes, J. & Posner, B. (2014) The Student Leadership Challenge: Five practices
for becoming an exemplary leader (2nd ed.) San Francisco, CA: A Wiley Brand.

We are using an online and FREE version of the course text available through
the Library Catalogue. You will be given the direct link to the textbook.

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You are welcome to purchase the paper copy of the course textbook through a third-party source, (ie. Amazon)
if you would prefer.

Note: Other information will be assigned throughout the term and will be available in the corresponding
weekly folders on Blackboard.

Blackboard and Communication:

Blackboard is the (LMS) Learning Management System used to deliver this course. It is the key tool used to
communicate with you and where you will find lesson/course documents and information. Learning materials
will be posted to Blackboard before class time.

I may also reach out to individuals using the Georgian College email system. Please use your Georgian College
emails in your communication with me. Personal emails can end up in my email junk folder.

You should regularly check your student email and Blackboard, particularly before our class time for final class
information. Failure to do so may result in missed information that can limit your potential for success.

I respond to emails Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm and occasionally on weekends.

Course Evaluation:
Assignment instructions, some walk-through videos and rubrics are posted to Blackboard for reference. We
will review assignments in class two weeks before the due date. Please review assignment information
carefully, to ensure you are eligible for full marks on each assignment, and early, so any questions can be
addressed in time for the due date.
Assignment Extension Requests:
Any assignment not submitted by the required date and time shall receive a grade of zero in accordance with
Georgian College Policies and Procedures. If you have concerns about your ability to complete an assignment
on time let me know as far IN ADVANCE as possible.

This policy is meant to add flexibility but should not be abused. I reserve the right to decline an extension.
Extensions are not permitted on Tests or in-person presentations. If these are missed, proper medical or other
documentation is required to make up the assessment, per Georgian College policy.

Academic Integrity:
Academic integrity is a core value at Georgian College and a priority in all academic activities. Students are
responsible for being aware of and demonstrating behaviour that is honest and ethical. Students are also

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expected to take responsibility for their own academic work, adhering to integrity standards for themselves
and their program but also encouraging and cultivating a culture of integrity among their classmates.

This means a few things:

 Do not share or accept completed/partially completed work with your peers
 Do not use file sharing/contract cheating websites (ie. StuDocs, Chegg, Course Hero, etc.)
 Practice proper paraphrasing – do not use online paraphrasing tools/software
 Practice proper use of APA citation, referencing, and formatting
 Put learning and integrity at the core of your work!

Please review the information at the links below for more information:
 Georgian College – Academic Integrity
 Georgian College – Academic Regulations

Assessment/Evaluation Breakdown:
Assignments (70%) LO Due Dates
Class Work (15%) 1, 4, 5 Ongoing throughout the term
Leadership Theory Assignment (5%) 1, 3, 5 Week 3
Film Reflection (20%) 1, 3 Week 6
Leader Profile Presentation (25%) 2, 3 Report – Week 11
End of Course Reflection (5%) 1, 4, 6 Week 12
Tests (30%) LO Due Dates
Test 1 (15%) 1, 5 Week 8
Test 2 (15%) 1, 5 Week 14

Assignment Notes:
 Deadlines are Wednesday’s at 11:59pm unless otherwise specified.
 Assignment instructions and some walk-through videos are posted in Blackboard – review both!
 Submit all assignments in Word or PDF formats – Google Docs, Pages files cannot be opened.
 Submit assignments only to Blackboard as required. (Not email attachments)
 Assignments will be graded within two weeks of the due date unless otherwise stated.

Syllabus Addendum:
Please review any syllabus addendums posted to the Course Information and/or Announcements section on
Blackboard.
Course Accessibility:
Students whose success at college may be impacted by specific learning barriers should contact Accessibility
Services on admittance to the college to ensure timely implementation of academic accommodations.

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Communication related to accommodations is important throughout the course. Concerns relating to
accommodations should be addressed in consultation with the student’s Accessibility Advisor.

Finding Appropriate Help:

There are several places on campus that can provide personal and academic assistance:

 Student Success Services: Accessibility, Co-Op and Career, Counselling, Health, Indigenous, etc.
 Writing Centre
 Language Help Center
 Library and Academic Success
 APA Writing and Citing Guide, 7th Edition
 Study Skills: Weekly plan and Semester plan
 Information Technology Support: Log in issues, Media Services, Blackboard, Email, WebEx, etc.
 Student Advisor: Find your Student Advisor Information in your Student Portal.

If you have concerns or are struggling, I will support you to the best of my ability or direct you to the
appropriate people/services who can help. Communication is key!

Keys to Success:
 Attendance and participation are essential to your success! Please arrive with time to get settled
before the beginning of class time. Attendance will be taken each class.

 DO NOT PROCRASTINATE! Once you get behind in your work, life can become very stressful. If you
need help or have questions, make sure you let me know!

 Plan your semester to ensure effective time management balancing all your classes. For a semester
plan template visit the following link: Study Skills

 Take responsibility for your learning! Keep track of deadlines, reach out if you need support, and take
personal time to unwind!

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