This highly detailed study maps four decades of evolution of the concept of what constitutes effective school leadership. It analyses the theoretical background to these developments and advocates the utility of thinking of a 'lean' form of school leadership that is comparable t…
This highly detailed study maps four decades of evolution of the concept of what constitutes effective school leadership. It analyses the theoretical background to these developments and advocates the utility of thinking of a 'lean' form of school leadership that is comparable t…
Lays out a post-reform agenda that moves beyond the neo-liberal, competition framework to define a accountability, a pedagogy, and a leadership role definition. This book argues for the need to move away from inauthentic and inequitable approaches to school reform in order to st…
Integrating theory with practice, this book features real life scenarios to illustrate the insights and skills needed by leaders in education in an increasingly diverse society. It draws on literature and examples from international sources, takes a stance on equity and offers a…
This book integrates theory with practice by presenting a real life scenario in each chapter to illustrate insights and skills needed by leaders in education in an increasingly diverse society.
Esilient School Leaders answers a fundamental question: How can leaders move ahead in the face of adversity? Every education leader faces difficult situations and seemingly impossible odds. Where do they find the confidence and energy to keep working for what they believe in, de…
Describes the three sources of resilience capacity--personal values, efficacy, and energy-- and explains how education leaders can increase their own resilience to adversity.
Although not new, the concept of distributed (shared) leadership has re-emerged in recent years as one highly promising response to the complex challenges currently faced by schools. Responding productively to these challenges far exceeds the capacities of any individual leader.…
"Although not new, the concept of distributed (shared) leadership has re-emerged in recent years as one highly promising response to the complex challenges currently faced by schools. Responding productively to these challenges far exceeds the capacities of any individual leader…
This practical book deals with the emotional and moral dimensions of school leadership. The author sets out the intrapersonal and interpersonal attributes, attitudes and behaviours necessary to develop emotional and moral leadership within the school community.
In this text, Bush draws on his extensive international experience and research to examine the case for leadership development and assess the different modes of preparation used in Europe, including the UK, North America, Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand and Africa.