BSSCS: EDA 802 – Advanced Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
What Will You Learn?
- 1. Demonstrate a deep understanding of strategic planning and systems thinking concepts.
- 2. Develop comprehensive strategic plans that enhance institutional missions.
- 3. Apply systems thinking to analyze and solve complex organizational challenges.
- 4. Lead and manage strategic change initiatives within educational institutions.
- 5. Evaluate the success of strategic plans and adjust strategies as necessary.
Course Content
Week 1: Introduction to Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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Introduction to Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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LO1: Define key Concepts and Components of Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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LO2: Describe major Frameworks and Methodologies applied in Strategic Planning
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LO3: Analyze the Link between Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 2: Mission and Vision Alignment
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Mission and Vision Alignment
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LO1: Explain how to Analyze and Refine Institutional Mission Statements
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LO2: Apply Strategies to Align Strategic Initiatives with Organizational Vision
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LO3: Evaluate the Consistency between Mission, Vision, and Strategic Alignment
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 3: Environmental Scanning and Analysis
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Environmental Scanning and Analysis
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LO1: Describe Techniques used for conducting Environmental Scanning
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LO2: Apply SWOT and other Tools to assess Institutional Context
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LO3: Understand how Environmental Scanning informs Strategic Decisions
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 4: Strategic Goals and Objectives Development
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Strategic Goals and Objectives Development
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LO1: Define the Criteria for setting SMART Goals and Objectives
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LO2: Construct Linkages between Strategic Goals and Institutional Priorities
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LO3: Evaluate the Effectiveness of SMART Goals in achieving Priorities
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 5: Scenario Planning and Forecasting
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Introduction to Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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LO1: Explain Methods for developing Alternative Future Scenarios
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LO2: Apply Strategic Forecasting Techniques to support Long-Term Planning
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LO3: Integrate how Scenario Planning enhances Strategic Formulation
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 6: Systems Thinking in Educational Leadership
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Systems Thinking in Educational Leadership
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LO1: Describe the Principles and Concepts underlying Systems Thinking
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LO2: Demonstrate Application of Systems Thinking to Institutions
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LO3: Evaluate the Role of Systems Thinking in Institutional Improvement
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 7: Strategic Decision-Making Processes
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Strategic Decision-Making Processes
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LO1: Explain various Models of Decision-Making used in Strategic Planning
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LO2: Apply Analytical Tools to support effective Strategic Decision-Making
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LO3: Assess the Quality of Strategic Decisions using Frameworks
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 8: Mid-Term Exam Or Assignment
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Mid-Term Exam Or Assignment
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
Week 9: Implementation of Strategic Plans
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Implementation of Strategic Plans
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LO1: Describe the Sequential Steps involved in executing a Strategic Plan
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LO2: Identify and Analyze Barriers that hinder effective Implementation
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LO3: Evaluate Strategies to ensure Successful Plan Execution
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 10: Monitoring and Evaluating Strategic Initiatives
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Monitoring and Evaluating Strategic Initiatives
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LO1: Explain Techniques used for Monitoring Strategic Progress and Outcomes
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LO2: Apply Evaluation Frameworks to measure the Effectiveness of Strategic Initiatives
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LO3: Understand the Role of Monitoring in Strategic Improvement
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 11: Systems Dynamics and Feedback Loops
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Systems Dynamics and Feedback Loops
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LO1: Define key Concepts of Systems Dynamics and Feedback Mechanisms
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LO2: Analyze how Feedback Loops influence Performance
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LO3: Evaluate the Integration of Systems Dynamics in Planning and Feedback
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 12: Strategic Leadership and Change Management
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Strategic Leadership and Change Management
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LO1: Describe Leadership Roles needed for Strategic Change
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LO2: Apply Best Practices in managing Organizational Change
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LO3: Understand how Leadership supports Sustainable Change
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 13: Institutional Culture and Strategic Planning
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Institutional Culture and Strategic Planning
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LO1: Explain the Role of Institutional Culture in Strategic Outcomes
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LO2: Apply Strategies to align Organizational Culture with Strategic Objectives
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LO3: Evaluate how Cultural Alignment enhances Strategic Plan Implementation
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 14: Case Studies in Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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Case Studies in Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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LO1: Analyze successful and unsuccessful Strategic Planning Case Studies
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LO2: Summarize Lessons learned from Systems Thinking Applications in real contexts
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LO3: Evaluate Best Practices derived from Case Studies to improve Strategic Processes
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 15: Global Trends in Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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Global Trends in Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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LO1: Describe emerging Global Trends affecting Strategic Planning in Education
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LO2: Analyze the Impact of Global Challenges on Organizational Strategies
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LO3: Evaluate Adaptive Strategies for Global Educational Leadership
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 16: Final Exam or Project
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Final Exam or Project
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Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
