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Foundations of Leadership - September 2026 - Cohort 2

Discover your leadership potential. Lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Leadership is not defined by a title; it begins with self-awareness, grows through meaningful relationships, and develops through the ability to inspire positive change. Foundations of Leadership, a professional development programme by Kai CIRCLE, is designed to help educators understand their leadership identity, recognise their strengths, and build the essential skills needed to lead themselves and others effectively. Through reflection, practical application, and collaborative learning, participants develop the confidence to make thoughtful decisions, communicate with purpose, navigate challenges, and create a positive impact within their educational communities. The programme supports educators in moving beyond their current roles to recognise and embrace their potential as leaders. Who is this course for? This programme is ideal for: Aspiring leaders who are interested in exploring leadership opportunities and preparing for future leadership roles. Emerging leaders who are beginning to take on responsibilities beyond their classrooms and want to lead with greater confidence. Teachers and experienced educators who wish to strengthen their communication, decision-making, collaboration, and self-leadership skills. Coordinators and middle leaders who want to develop their ability to guide teams, build relationships, and influence positive change. School leaders and academic heads who wish to reflect on their leadership approach and strengthen their impact on people and practice. Whether you are taking your first steps towards leadership or looking to become more intentional in your current role, this programme provides a foundation for meaningful, reflective, and purposeful leadership in education. Begin your journey from educator to empowered leader with Kai CIRCLE.

Course Instructors: Nishita Israni, Sharayu Thampi

₹30680.00 + GST

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Course Overview

Schedule of Classes

Start Date & End Date

Sep 15 2026 - Dec 15 2026

Course Curriculum

1 Subject

Foundations of Leadership

18 Exercises • 62 Learning Materials

Orientation - Foundations of Leadership

Welcome to Foundations of Leadership

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Foundations of Leadership — Programme Communications

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Foundations of Leadership — Candidate Calendar

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Foundations of Leadership —Module Portfolio Ready Reckoner

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Module 1-The Leader in Me

Module 1: Concept Note : The Leader in Me

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Session Resource : Strenght-Finder Checklist

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Session Resource : The 5D's Of Appreciative Inquiry

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Session Resource Video: The Power of Yet: Ted Talk Video by Carol Dweck

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Session Resource Video: What is Appreciative inquiry?

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Toolkit Module 1 : Self_Assessment_Form and Self-Reflection

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Toolkit Module 1 : Exempar for Self-Reflection ~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 1:My Leadership Statement

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Mini- Assignment : Self- Reflection · ~100 words

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Article — Frontier Neuro — The 5Ds: A Method for Change”

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Article: What is Appreciative Inquiry (AI)?

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Article: — The Decision Lab — “Appreciative Inquiry”

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Module 2- Leadership Skills

Module 2: Concept Note : Leadership Skills

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Session Resource 1 : Case Study

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Session Resource 2: Case Study 2

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Session Resource 3: Case Study 3

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Session Resource Video 4 :The Untold Truth About Leadership: Anyone Can Learn It

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Session Resource Video 5: Simon Sinek — Top Leadership & Psychology Skills

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Session Resource 6 : The Nine Pillars Of Educational Leadership

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Session Resource 7 : Article on Educational Leadership

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Session Resource 8: Article on Professional Dispositional Qualities- University of Iowa

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Toolkit Module 1 : Self-Reflection ~100 words

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Mini- Assignment : Self- Reflection · ~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 2: Skills-In-Action Log

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Module 3- Shared Leadership

Module 3: Concept Note : Shared Leadership

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Session Resource : Case Studies for Distributed Leadership

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Article 1: Exploring Distributed Leadership Models in Education

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Article 2: Ethical Leadership in Education: Resources for Developing Future Education Leaders

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Session Resource Video: TED Talk -As work gets more complex, 6 rules to simplify

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Session Resource Video: How too many rules at work keep you from getting things done

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Article 3: How Do Distributed and Transformational Leadership Teams Improve Working Conditions

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Toolkit Module 3 : Self Assessment and Reflection ~100 words

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Mini- Assignment : Self- Reflection · ~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 3 : Distributed Leadership Map

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Module 4- Leader, Manager or Administrator?

Module 4: Concept Note : Leader, Manager or Administrator?

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Session Resource : Sample Class Teacher JD

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Toolkit Module 4 :Self-Assessment & Reflection~100 words

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Mini- Assignment : Self- Reflection · ~100 words

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Portfolio Task 4 : Role Clarity Audit

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Session Resource : Sample PYP Coordinator JD

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Module 5- Aligning Personal & Organisational Philosophies

Module 5: Concept Note : Aligning Personal & Organisational Philosophies

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Session Resource 1 : Article: Leadership Matters

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Session Resource 2: PERMA Model

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Session Resource 3: OECD Report: Unlocking High Quality Teaching

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Session Resource 4: Pedagogical Intelligence: The IB Stance

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Session Resource 5 : Video: Do schools kill creativity? | Sir Ken Robinson | TED

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Toolkit Module 5 : Self-Assessment & Reflection~100 words

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Module 5: Mini- Assignment : Self- Reflection · ~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 5 : Alignment Compass

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Module 6- Communicational Excellence

Module 6: Concept Note : Communicational Excellence

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Session Resource 1: Using the STAR method for your next behavioral interview

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Session Resource 2 Video: STAR INTERVIEW QUESTIONS & ANSWERS!

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Session 3 : Monroe’s Motivated Sequence

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Session Resource 4 : Video:Monroe's Motivated Sequence

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Toolkit Module 6 : Self-Assessment & Reflection~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 6 : My Advocacy Speech

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Module 6: Mini- Assignment : Self- Reflection · ~100 words

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Module 7- Supporting Safety and Well-Being

Module 7: Concept Note : Supporting Safety and Well-Being

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Toolkit Module 7 : Self-Assessment & Reflection ~100 words

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Session Resource: CASEL-Fundamentals of SEL

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Portfolio Task Module 7 : Safety & Wellbeing Audit

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Module 8- Professional Learning Communities

Module 8: Concept Note : Professional Learning Communities

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Toolkit Module 8 : Self-Assessment & Reflection~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 8 : PLC Design Brief

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Module 9- Pedagogy in International Schools

Module 9: Concept Note : Pedagogy in International Schools

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Toolkit Module 9 : Self-Assessment & Reflection ~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 9 : Pedagogical Leadership Exemplar

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Module 10- International School Systems and Models

Module 10: Concept Note : International School Systems and Models

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Toolkit Module 10 : Self-Assessment & Reflection ~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 10 : Systems & Change SOAR

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Module 11 - Evaluation, Supervision, and Growth

Module 11: Concept Note : Evaluation, Supervision, and Growth

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Toolkit Module 11 : Self-Assessment & Reflection~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 11 : Growth-Focused Feedback Protocol

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Module 12- Building School Culture and Policies

Module 12: Concept Note : Building School Culture and Policies

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Toolkit Module 12 : Self-Assessment & Reflection ~100 words

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Portfolio Task Module 12 : Culture & Policy Design Brief

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Course Instructor

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Nishita Israni

10 Courses   •   68 Students

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Sharayu Thampi

2 Courses   •   1 Students