Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ980729
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011
Pages: 12
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ISSN: ISSN-1552-9045
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Preparation for Full Time Employment: A Capstone Experience for Students in Leadership Programs
Gifford, Gregory T.; Cannon, Karen J.; Stedman, Nicole L.; Telg, Ricky W.
Journal of Leadership Education, v10 n1 p103-114 Win 2011
This practice paper describes the development and implementation of a senior capstone course for communication and leadership development for undergraduate students. The resulting course is a unique combination of experiential skill development and career preparation. The success of this course provides students with an important and meaningful culmination of their undergraduate experiences. (Contains 2 tables.)
Descriptors: Leadership, Skill Development, Undergraduate Students, Leadership Training, Curriculum Implementation, Instructional Development, Educational Practices, Course Descriptions, Experiential Learning, Career Development, Undergraduate Study, Curriculum Development, Behavioral Objectives, Educational Experience, Program Effectiveness, Formative Evaluation, Employment Potential, Employment Qualifications
Association of Leadership Educators. e-mail: Jole@aged.tamu.edu; Web site: http://leadershipeducators.org/JOLE
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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