Resumen en inglés

Rooted in a historical exploration of leadership concepts and their pivotal role in human progress and organizational success, this paper delves into the critical distinction between effective leadership and mere management, echoing the insights of various authors. Shifting focus to adaptive leadership, particularly within Educational Leadership, the narrative underscores the imperative for leaders to remain receptive to change and perpetual transformation. The overarching purpose of this paper is to present an original response, articulating current leadership understanding on concepts, assumptions, collaborative work, empowerment, and implications for potential practices. A specific emphasis is placed on identifying the learning task as the final assignment/learning of a course of study, serving as a foundational point for community building and professional goal setting at the undergraduate level.