What is Leadership?
Kind, caring, firm, organized.
What is one word you would use to describe a great leader?
Five hours/month
What is the minimum number of hours a peer leader is expected to commit each month?
Self-Determination Theory
What does SDT stand for?
A leader says, “I trust your judgment—go with what feels right.”
What is Autonomy?
Consistency, being available, active listening
Name a way student leaders can build trust with peers.
A leader must always have a formal title.
False
It addresses the needs of first-year medical learners.
What is the foundational philosophy behind peer leadership in PLNs?
Autonomy, Competence, Relatedness
Name the three basic psychological needs identified in SDT.
A leader gives regular feedback and encourages growth.
What is Competence?)
Ask open-ended questions, re-engage based on strengths.
What can a leader do when a team member is disengaged?
Active listening, delegating, encouraging input.
What is an example of a leadership behavior that supports others without taking control?
Engage College of Medicine and Office of Student Services supports.
What should a peer leader do when faced with an issue they are not trained to handle?
It fosters ownership, motivation, and engagement.
Why is autonomy important in leadership?
Your co-leader feels disconnected and isolated.
Which aspect of SDT need is being undermined?
What is Relatedness?
Offer choice, encourage shared decision-making.
What does it look like to support autonomy in a group setting?
Modeling the behavior you expect from others.
What does it mean to “lead by example”?
Maintain confidentiality
What principle must peer leaders follow when dealing with private information?
What is Competence?
This SDT need is about feeling effective and capable.
Check-ins, team-building, inclusive language.
Describe a way to build relatedness in a group project.
Listened, helped with the transition, created opportunities for connection.
An example of a moment when peer leadership made a positive difference for you.
Quiet leadership, supportive connections.
Describe a time you or someone else led without realizing it.
Attend overview session, submit receipts on time, evaluate own biases through self-reflection
What are three expectations peer leaders must meet during the academic year.
What is Relatedness?
Which SDT need is supported when leaders create a safe and inclusive environment?
A peer leader asks for feedback from the group before making a decision. Which two SDT needs might be supported?
What are autonomy and relatedness?
Listening, consistency, making time for PLN and individuals.
What is one leadership skill you want to strengthen?