This practical guide uses case studies, helpful advice, and personal accounts from current headteachers to suggest useful ways of dealing with particular pressure points, and examine the career of headship from application to retirement.
This is not just another book on the perennial issue of male headship. In contrast to those many who regard Christianity as the great source of male domination, this book argues that authentic Christianity does not teach that husbands have spiritual superiority over their wives, and its authors listen to and engage voices that still claim that it does. Written by distinguished Protestant and Roman Catholic scholars, the book first demonstrates how deep strands of the Christian tradition have always taught an ethic of gender mutuality, sowing the seeds for what is today called the "equal-regard marriage." Though patriarchy was pervasive in the ancient world surrounding early Christianity and sometimes influenced the church, new research shows that the earliest layers of Christianity both resisted and worked to transform it. Not every author in the book agrees with this point of view; dissenters have their say too. As a whole, "Does Christianity Teach Male Headship? constitutes a robust debate that, finally, invites readers to decide. Contributors: David Blankenhorn Don Browning Lisa Sowle Cahill Allan C. Carlson Daniel Mark Cere Maggie Gallagher W. Robert Godfrey Bonnie Miller-McLemore John W. Miller Carolyn Osiek Mary Stewart Van Leeuwen John Witte Jr.
Written in a clear and readable style, the book contains an extensive exploration of leadership models and management strategies and is based on the latest research.
In this book, John MacBeath brings together eight of his most influential writings including chapters from his best-selling books, articles from leading journals, and excerpts from his contributions to the press.
Sponsored by the University Council of Educational Administration (UCEA), the British Educational Leadership, Management, and Administration Society (BELMAS), and the Commonwealth Council for Educational Administration and Management (CCEAM), this is the first book to provide a comprehensive and comparative review of what is known about the preparation and development of primary and secondary school leaders across the globe. It describes current issues and debates and offers an assessment of where the field of leadership development is headed. Key features include the following: Global Focus: this book provides the first comprehensive look at leadership preparation and development across the globe. The chapter authors are distinguished scholars, drawn from the US, UK, Europe, Asia, Canada, Australia/New Zealand, and Africa. Topical & Geographical Focus: provides researchers and policymakers with critical descriptions and assessments of both topical and geographical areas. International Expertise: chapter contributors are drawn from a variety of theoretical perspectives and represent all major continents.
Many countries face a crisis in recruitment to the most senior positions in schools at a time when arguments rage about the best way to develop our school leaders. Focusing on leadership development in ten diverse cultural contexts, this book brings together some of the most senior commentators in the field of educational leadership development to provide a global perspective on leadership development programmes and practices. The rise of leadership development programmes has presented opportunities for some and challenges for others. These challenges are both practical and conceptual and relate to a series of questions that are unpacked in the book including: What is the appropriate balance between the academic and the practical in leadership programmes? Should provision be located in higher education institutions, in other government sponsored organizations or commissioned from the private sector? Are models of leadership studies derived from the business and industry relevant to schools? How can research into impact inform leadership development policy and strategy? Should programmes be integrated into higher degree provision or should new and innovative forms of accreditation be developed? This book should be fascinating reading for all those engaged in educational research and teaching, and working, in educational leadership.
Aims to consider the concepts and principles of the important areas of educational leadership signalled by Nelson Mandela. This text uses South African case examples and activities to encourage reflection and personal development. It is intended for those who lead and manage in schools, or support them in a professional role.
There is a leadership lifecycle, and this book was prepared to help current and aspiring leaders effectively navigate each stage of the journey. W. James Weese, Ph.D., a leadership expert, a gifted speaker, and a community leader follows up his groundbreaking book, The 5C Leader: Exceptional Leadership Practices for Extraordinary Times, with a book on another important topic. In his new book, he answers questions such as: · What strategies will help you prepare for leadership roles? · How can you maximize your effectiveness in your current leadership role? · What signals indicate that your influence as a leader is waning—and that it’s time to leave or recharge? · How can you leave a leadership position with grace, dignity, and the assurance that your team can move forward? He provides valuable insights for readers seeking to develop their leadership skill sets and effectively position themselves for future leadership roles. Practicing leaders will be well-served by adopting his leadership best practices concepts as well as understanding the need to stay current, focused, and disciplined, so they can maximize their efficacy before effectively and successfully departing the role and moving on to new challenges and opportunities.