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Theory into Practice series


Summary

This series is designed to outline a chronological perspective of leadership theories and approaches. Each article will highlight a theoretical perspective or leadership approach, a scenario in which the theory or approach can be or has been used, as well as strengths and critiques of the theory. The theories that are included in this series are trait, behavioral, skills, transformational, authentic, servant, adaptive, and an overview of contemporary leadership theories.

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Publications


1 Theory into Practice: An Overview of Historical Leadership Theories and Approaches

Megan S. Cantrell

The Theory into Practice series is designed to outline a chronological perspective of leadership theories and approaches. Each article will highlight a theoretical perspective or leadership approach, a scenario in which the theory or approach can be or has been used, as well as strengths and critiques of the theory. This first article defines leadership and briefly provides a chronological overview of the theories to be covered throughout this series. Written by Megan S. Cantrell, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2025.

This series is designed to outline a chronological perspective of leadership theories and approaches. Each article will highlight a theoretical perspective or leadership approach, a scenario in which the theory or approach can be or has been used, as well as strengths and critiques of the theory. The theories that are included in this series are trait, behavioral, skills, transformational, authentic, servant, adaptive, and an overview of contemporary leadership theories.

Editorial Team

Publications


1 Theory into Practice: An Overview of Historical Leadership Theories and Approaches

Megan S. Cantrell

The Theory into Practice series is designed to outline a chronological perspective of leadership theories and approaches. Each article will highlight a theoretical perspective or leadership approach, a scenario in which the theory or approach can be or has been used, as well as strengths and critiques of the theory. This first article defines leadership and briefly provides a chronological overview of the theories to be covered throughout this series. Written by Megan S. Cantrell, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2025.

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