Figure 5.5
5.5 Suggested EI Learning and Development Curriculum Framework
Recommendations for research. The extent of research studies on developing
EI within leaders is limited, so any future research study covering this area could provide
potentially significant contributions towards understanding this phenomenon. The
following four specific recommendations are offered.
fundamentalsfundamentalsEI EI- Define EI and discover the dimensions of EI
• • Understand the imperative for effective leadershipUnderstand the association between EI and leadership (^)
- Developmental tools: facilitated discussion; case studies
Emotional Learning
SystemEmotional Learning
System- Conduct extensive selfframework - assessments using the Nelson and Low (2011) ELS
- Attain an accurate knowledge and value of self
- Developmental tools: Personal Excellence Map; other validated EI selfassessents directly aligned with the ELS -
LeadersLeadersEI for EI for- Understand and apply how to build and sustain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, and senior leadership
- Understand and apply EI within complex decision-making scenarios
• • Understand and apply EI in tough, challenging environmentsDevelopmental tools: coaching; small group role playing scenarios; case (^)
studies; multi-rater feedback; mentoring (leader-led and peer-to-peer)
SustainmentSustainmentEI EI
- • Model and apply honed EI skills, using ELSPractice learned behaviors using ELS
- Observe/record the honed behaviors, using selfwell as peer feedback - directed monitoring as
- Developmental tools: coaching; peerfeedback - to-peer feedback; multi-rater