1. A Reflective Report of 2,000 words or equivalent, weighted at 25% (Learning Outcomes 1, 2)
2. An Individual Presentation (15 minutes) weighted at 25% (Learning Outcomes 1, 3, 5)
3. A final Assignment of 3,500 words, weighted at 50% (Learning Outcomes 1, 4, 5)
The final work the student will undertake/hand in/be assessed on: 3

Note: Each component must be passed in order to complete the module

This module will provide critical evaluation of key theological and psychological perspectives for leaders in understanding themselves and other people. Participants will examine various understandings of human beings in the Christian tradition in relation to leadership. There will be particular attention to self-reflection, and participants will explore their personal histories and spiritual development in order to enhance their relational capacities. They will explore the topic of emotional literacy and investigate the origins of anger and fear. They will have opportunities to develop approaches and skills in the areas of responding to oppressive behaviour, transforming conflict and enabling reconciliation.

Contact hours will consist of interactive lectures, discussion, group work and critical debate. Guided independent study will include reading and research (100 hours), keeping a reflective professional development journal (24 hours), writing a reflective report (36 hours), preparing for a presentation (36 hours), and writing an essay (64 hours).

Oasis College Library with e-portal for remote access
On-line resources via Blackboard through Staffordshire University
On-line access to Staffordshire University Library and books order system
Access to ICT resources at Oasis College

Alinsky, S. (1969), Reveille for Radicals. London; Vintage.
Augsburger, D. (2006), Dissident Discipleship: A Spirituality of Self Surrender, Love of God, and Love of Neighbour. Grand Rapids, MI; Brazos Press.
Dominelli, L. (2002), Anti-Oppressive Social Work Theory and Practice. Basingstoke; Palgrave MacMillan.
Hagberg, J. O. & Guelich, R. A. (20052), The Critical Journey: Stages in the Life of Faith. Salem, WI; Sheffield Publishing Co.
Ledwith, M. & Springett, J. (2009), Participatory Practice: Community-based Action for Transformative Change. Bristol: Policy Press.
Nouwen, H. (1989), In the Name, of Jesus, London: Darton Longman & Todd.
Scazzero, P. (2006), Emotionally Healthy Spirituality. Grand Rapids, MI; Zondervan.
Thomson, J. (2016), Relationships and Emotions After Christendom. Milton Keynes; Paternoster.
Wells, S. (2015), A Nazareth Manifesto: Being with God. Chichester; Wiley Blackwell.

1. DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED UNDERSTANDING OF THEOLOGICAL, SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL ASPECTS OF HUMAN BEINGS
[Knowledge and Understanding; Learning; Analysis]

2. DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED UNDERSTANDING AND PERSONAL REFLECTION ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN SELF AND OTHERS
[Reflection; Knowledge and Understanding]

3. DEMONSTRATE CONSTRUCTIVE AND INNOVATIVE RESPONSE TO OPPRESSIVE BEHAVIOUR
[Knowledge and Understanding; Problem Solving]

4. DEMONSTRATE ABILITY TO ENGAGE CONSTRUCTIVELY AND TRANSFORMATIVELY WITH CHANGE, CONFLICT AND RECONCILIATION SITUATIONS AMONG PEOPLE, COMMUNITIES AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS [Knowledge and Understanding; Application; Problem Solving]

5. DEMONSTRATE A HIGH LEVEL OF COMMUNICATION SKILLS, BOTH VERBALLY AND IN WRITING [Communication; Reflection]