AIR and the National Association of State Directors of Adult Education (NASDAE) have partnered to offer the LEAD Institute, a high-quality, evidence-based leadership training to develop dynamic, proactive leaders for the 21st century adult education system. Designed for state cohorts of veteran, new, and aspiring adult education leaders, the LEAD Institute’s training topics include:
- Developing durable and transformational leadership skills that respond to current issues and challenges;
- Aligning with the WIOA workforce system and advancing career pathway partnerships with workforce, industry, postsecondary and community partners;
- Using data for strategic planning and continuous improvement;
- Building student success practices in contemporary economic, educational, and social conditions; and
- Leading and teaching effectively at a distance.
Meetings will take place:
12/11 Monday 9:00-11:00 LEAD Institute Orientation (Required)
1/26 Friday 9:30-1:00
2/23 Friday 9:30-1:00
4/5 Friday 9:30-1:00
5/3 Friday 9:30-1:00
6/14 Friday 9:15-11:00
Online assignments are required between sessions. Expect to spend 1-2 hours per week on LEAD Institute requirements. The LEAD Institute takes approximately 45 hours to complete.
Space is limited. Applicants will be informed of their selection by November 22.