The Jossey-Bass Reader on Educational Leadership, 2nd Edition - Softcover

Jossey-Bass

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0787984000 ISBN 13: 9780787984007

Publisher: Jossey-Bass, 2006

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 this title

From the Back Cover:

FROM THE LEADING MINDS IN EDUCATION AND BEYOND

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.

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 Leadership is a powerhouse of valuable information.

From the Inside Flap:

Filled with critical insights from best-selling authors and expert practitioners, this unique anthology presents important articles, seminal reports, and book excerpts defining the field of educational leadership today. This comprehensive reader features twenty-four chapters in five primary areas of educational research and concern:

• Leadership, management, and organizational behavior
• Principals, superintendents, and other leaders
• Diversity, including gender and race issues
• Moral leadership and building community
• Shared leadership between educators

Both policy and practice are the focus of this rich and varied volume. The authors base their findings on real-world experience and leading-edge research—sharing practical lessons and strategies for the school or classroom. From the scholar to the practitioner, The Jossey-Bass Reader on Educational Leadership is a powerhouse of valuable information.

About this edition

• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0787984000
• ISBN 13: 9780787984007
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 496