This book provides valuable insights into a dynamic structural change that is being experienced, but not completely understood, by educators and policymakers alike - the transfer of power from the local to the state and national levels. What will become of our public schools in this new era of leadership? The author traces the origins of this process, examines the implications, and considers where these changes might lead.
This book provides valuable insights into a dynamic structural change that is being experienced, but not completely understood, by educators and polic...
This book, the product of the task force on research co-sponsored by the American Educational Research Association Division A and the University Council on Educational Administration, sets an ambitious agenda for research in educational leadership. Prominent scholars in the field review current knowledge about leadership, frame new questions to generate important research in the field, and direct researchers and policymakers to rethink how educational administration, leadership, and policy should be understood. Covering a broad range of topics, from accountability systems and school -...
This book, the product of the task force on research co-sponsored by the American Educational Research Association Division A and the University Counc...
Responding to the increasing demands on school leadership, this timely book outlines a comprehensive model for re-organizing knowledge and guiding action to improve student learning. The authors take a fresh approach to the principalship by focusing on four accomplishment areas-creating sustainable goals, developing a strategic focus, practicing effective action, and building social and civic capital. They show why these accomplishments are important to a principal's success and how they can be achieved.
Responding to the increasing demands on school leadership, this timely book outlines a comprehensive model for re-organizing knowledge and guiding act...