Evaluate the Pulse of the Nation

Evaluate the Pulse of the Nation

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Evaluate the Pulse of the Nation

What is the hot topic in education these days? What are people talking about? Is it a four-day school week? Online schooling? School lunch nutrition? Simulation and gaming elements added to higher ed curriculum? Assessment of practioner competencies? In the past, educational leaders might refer to this as “What’s being discussed at the coffee shop?” These days, the Internet and social media have replaced the coffee shop; however, educational leaders should still be aware of the policy initiatives that stakeholders feel are important. Oftentimes, there is a disconnect between what educational leaders perceive to be important versus what the average stakeholder perceives as important.

For this assignment, you will research a total of 7 informal, non-scholarly articles or commentary that advocates for a policy initiative. Select 2 articles to work with. Your 2 articles should advocate different stances on the initiative. You will take the compare-and-contrast approach by focusing on one issue with two sides. Each article discussion should include the following:

  1. Cite both sources at the top of each page.
  2. Analyze each author’s argument/position. Discuss your perception of the author’s reasoning for advocating for a certain position.
  3. Discuss your agreement or disagreement with the author.
  4. Your conclusion should discuss the impact of the policy on leadership. How would the implementation of this policy impact leaders in this institution?
  5. Create a table, graphic or chart to visualize the comparison and contrast of the articles. You may use Word, PowerPoint, or any tool you like to create the visual.
  6. In addition, you should attach a list of the other 5 sources that you reviewed and considered for this assignment. Add the list in of all your 7 articles APA reference format as a final page to the assignment.

Length: 4-5 pages plus a table, graphic or chart; including a separate page for references.

Resources: Support your paper with at least 7 resources.

Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to Northcentral University’s Academic Integrity Policy.

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