This dissertation explored a type of qualitative case study based on the
experiences of 11 graduates from Leadership Collier, a Naples, Florida-based
leadership program, who had run for public office after completing the program.
The researcher assessed the program goals, participant experiences and
motivation with regard to community involvement and running for elected office.
It was the belief of the researcher that there was a need for more qualified and
effective leaders to run for public office at the local, state, and national levels of
government. Therefore, the purpose of this dissertation study was to understand
what leadership experiences gained through participating in a leadership training
program could empower and motivate a person to run for public office.
Information provided in this dissertation includes an introduction, the study’s
purpose and research questions, methodology, critical terms, an examination of the literature review, study findings, researcher reflections, and recommendations for future studies. Data analysis codes in this study include sense of community, social capital, program design, confidentiality, diversity, bonding, empowerment, and motivation. Research findings showed that Leadership Collier has motivated and empowered select citizens to run for public office by providing experiences that have enabled individuals to develop leadership skills, become aware of community issues, develop confidence and a sense of community, expand social capital, and increase engagement in the community. Keywords: leadership, public office, empowerment, motivation / Includes bibliography. / Dissertation (Ph.D.)--Florida Atlantic University, 2013.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:fau.edu/oai:fau.digital.flvc.org:fau_13057 |
| Contributors | Curatolo, Courtney (author), Bryan, Valerie (Thesis advisor), College of Education (Degree grantor), Department of Educational Leadership and Research Methodology |
| Publisher | Florida Atlantic University |
| Source Sets | Florida Atlantic University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Electronic Thesis or Dissertation, Text |
| Format | 218 p., application/pdf |
| Coverage | Leadership Collier |
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