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From the Leading Minds in Education and BeyondThis expanded and thoroughly updated edition of the popular anthology assembles the best book excerpts, articles, and reports that define and drive the field of educational leadership today. Filled with critical insights from respected authors, education researchers, and expert practitioners, this comprehensive volume features twenty-six chapters in six primary areas of interest: Principles of Leadership, Moral Leadership, Culture and Change, Standards and Systems, Diversity and Leadership, and the Future of Leadership.
This revised edition includes:
- Fifteen new chapters
- New Introduction by Michael Fullan
- Information for both aspiring and veteran leaders
In addition, it contains timeless pieces from Peter Senge, John Gardner, and Tom Sergiovanni as well as recent contributions from education and leadership experts such as Michael Fullan, Jim Collins, Roland Barth, Phillip Schlechty, Ann Lieberman, Lee Bolman, and Terrence Deal. Many essays reflect the changes in leadership priorities wrought by the No Child Left Behind Act, the events of 9/11, and the growing recognition of the diversity of cultures and learning styles in the schools. From the scholar to the practitioner, readers will find that this second edition of The Jossey-Bass Reader on Educational Leadershipis a powerhouse of valuable information.
Book News Annotation:
This anthology contains selections from books, articles, and reports
dealing with contemporary educational leadership. The first five
chapters examine some of the fundamental principles of organizational
leadership. Subsequent sections address moral leadership; culture and
change; standards and systems; diversity and leadership; and the
future of leadership. The second edition contains 15 new chapters
plus a new introduction by Michael Fullan.
Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Synopsis:
This expanded and thoroughly updated edition of the popular anthology assembles the best book excerpts, articles, and reports that define and drive the field of educational leadership today. Filled with critical insights from respected authors, education researchers, and expert practitioners, this comprehensive volume features twenty-six chapters in six primary areas of interest: Principles of Leadership, Moral Leadership, Culture and Change, Standards and Systems, Diversity and Leadership, and the Future of Leadership.
Synopsis:
This expanded and thoroughly updated edition of the popular anthology assembles the best book excerpts, articles, and reports that define and drive the field of educational leadership today. Filled with critical insights from respected authors, education researchers, and expert practitioners, this comprehensive volume features twenty-six chapters in six primary areas of interest: Principles of Leadership, Moral Leadership, Culture and Change, Standards and Systems, Diversity and Leadership, and the Future of Leadership.
About the Author
Jossey-Bassis a leading educational publisher. Their books have been cited for excellence by the American Educaional Research Association, the National School Boards Association, and the American Educational Studies Association. The Jossey-Bass Education Series Readersoffer both the student and practitioner collections of vital information on various topics in education.