Read Chapters 1 (The Effective Director) & 3 (Licensing and Certification)in Developing and Administering a Child Care and Education, 9th edition.

Discussion Forum Part 1- Review the types of administrative styles in the textbook & lecture notes. Conduct any additional research you may need to understand each of these three styles.

Answer the following:

1. What style of administration would you follow?
2. Why do you feel this would be effective?
3. Discuss two things you would do within your program that would reflect this style.

Discussion Forum Part 2- Follow the link to find out "What's Your Leadership Style?".Links to an external site. Read the article, Watch the video, and Take the Quiz.

Answer the following:

1. According to the quiz, what is your leadership style? Describe the style in your own words.
2. Do you feel like this is accurate? Explain why or why not. Give specific examples.