Complexity Science, Generative Leadership, and Neuroscience: Foundations for Developing Socially Adept Educational Leaders

Authors

Brice Scott, California State University - San BernardinoFollow

Keywords

Complexity Science, Generative Leadership, Neuroscience, Educational Leadership

Abstract

This paper is a thematic analysis of four books that emphasize the coalescence of complexity science, neuroscience, and generative leadership in education. The three concepts are defined and discussed in regard to the influence on practical challenges of educational leadership. Specifically, this paper advocates for the ideal benefits of understanding complexity science in society; as it may be directly applied to education to produce leaders who are open and aware to adapting to frequent change. Generative leadership extends upon this concept as it expresses the significance of complex social interactions amongst individuals of an organization in efforts to maintain creative and effective collaboration. This paper briefly discusses the role of neuroscience in social interactions; that is, highlighting the value of an integrative mind to an educational leader. This paper concludes with an implications section that advises empathy as a basis for educational leadership in today’s complex society.

Author Statement

Brice Scott is a passionate secondary and post-secondary educator who aims to contribute to improving the landscape of education for diverse learners.

Recommended Citation

Scott, Brice (2018) "Complexity Science, Generative Leadership, and Neuroscience: Foundations for Developing Socially Adept Educational Leaders," Journal of Critical Issues in Educational Practice: Vol. 8: No. 1, Article 3.
Available at: https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/wie/vol8/iss1/3