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Author : Raymond John Taylor
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (252 download)
Download or read book Urban School Leaders' Perceptions of Transformational Leadership written by Raymond John Taylor and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ABSTRACT.
Author : Chauncey Granger
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 112 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (12 download)
Download or read book Transformational Leadership in Urban Educational Settings written by Chauncey Granger and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Urban education has both internal and external challenges that place inner city students at an extreme disadvantage. They are at risk of educational equity and access to knowledge and skills necessary to compete in a constantly evolving global society (Oakes, Franke, Quartz, Rogers, 2002). Jean Anyon (2005), identifies failed, short-term educational policies such as urban family dynamics, and underprepared teachers and principals as secondary contributors of the ills of urban education. This challenge is compounded by the majority of students living in poverty not having their basic needs met before they begin school each day. One of the major challenges in urban education lies within school leadership. In many schools teachers feel isolated from colleagues, school leadership and the community. The role of the principal over time has drastically evolved from a managerial role to an instructional leader role (Dhuey [and] Smith, 2014). This requires principals to become change agents that will challenge teachers to explore new and innovative ways of approaching teaching. The purpose of this study is to examine leaders and faculty of secondary urban schools that provide a culture of commitment to high levels of collegiality, high expectations, and professional learning. This research will illustrate how leaders in urban, secondary schools transform the cultures of schools and raise the commitment levels of teachers while sustaining academic gains for students. This research will search for evidence of a school environment conducive to the real world challenges of the twenty first century urban education. The specific form of qualitative research that will be used is a collective case study. In this case study, maximum-variation sampling was chosen to enable the researcher to identify secondary schools with sustained cultures of high academic performance, located in urban areas as a means to study schools. Teacher leaders will be selected by implementing a maximum variation of sampling technique, identifying a group of teachers that have expertise in diversity to create a heterogeneous sampling group. The Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (Appendix 1) will be used to evaluate the leadership styles of Principals. The tool will allow individuals to measure their perceptions of their leadership behaviors by utilizing a self-leadership form (Avolio [and] Bass, 2004). For the purpose of this research, focus groups will be grouped with teachers from improved secondary, urban schools, which are under corrective action status by the state department of education and Principals from similar schools, which utilize transformational leadership methods in their practice.
Author : Joseph F. Johnson, Jr.
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1317412397
Total Pages : 171 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (174 download)
Download or read book Leadership in America's Best Urban Schools written by Joseph F. Johnson, Jr. and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-02-03 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leadership in America’s Best Urban Schools describes and demystifies the qualities that successful leaders rely on to make a difference at all levels of urban school leadership. Grounded in research, this volume reveals the multiple challenges that real urban elementary, middle, and high schools face as well as the catalysts for improvement. This insightful resource explores the critical leadership characteristics found in high-performing urban schools and gives leaders the tools to move their schools to higher levels of achievement for all students—but especially for those who are low-income, English-language learners, and from various racial and ethnic backgrounds. In shining a light on the essential qualities for exceptional leadership at all levels of urban schools, this book is a valuable guide for all educators and administrators to nurture, influence, support, and sustain excellence and equity at their schools.
Author : LaKenya Tenae Branch
Publisher :
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Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (111 download)
Download or read book Narratives of Alternative School Teachers written by LaKenya Tenae Branch and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study explored the impact that principals' transformational leadership behaviors had on teachers' self-efficacy in secondary urban alternative schools. The research question that guided this study was: How does perceived transformational leadership behaviors of principals' impact teachers' self-efficacy? This question had two sub-questions. The first was: How do teachers perceive their principals' leadership behaviors? And, the second sub-question was: How does this perceived behavior affect teachers' self-efficacy? Literature focused on urban schools and alternative schools, since they share a similar population of students. Additional literature discussed the four components of being a transformational leader which are idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration, in addition to the components of a teacher's personal self-efficacy. A total of ten secondary school teachers from two different urban alternative schools were interviewed using the semi-structured interviewing process. The researcher analyzed interview data by using the Constant Comparative Method of Analysis as a guide. Results of the interviews indicated that teachers viewed their principals as having behaviors of a transformational leader. They described the behaviors that resulted in two major categories: Principals as Instructional Leadersand Principals as Team Players. As a result of the principals' transformational leadership behaviors, teachers' efficacy was deemed to be high, due to shared examples of going above and beyondthe call of duty, creating a family environment, and being a loving teacher. Additional themes that gleaned from this study were the teachers' perceptions about the student population, quality of education, understanding the purpose of urban alternative schools, educator preparation, and the challenges and rewards for working in an urban alternative school setting.
Author : Jeffrey S. Brooks
Publisher : IAP
ISBN 13 : 1681231786
Total Pages : 335 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (812 download)
Download or read book Urban Educational Leadership for Social Justice written by Jeffrey S. Brooks and published by IAP. This book was released on 2015-06-01 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The chapters in Urban Educational Leadership for Social Justice: International Perspectives constitute a collection of works that explore dynamics related to equity in multiple contexts. Authors examined these issues in Turkey, Egypt the United States, Thailand and at a global level by comparing and contrasting school leadership practice across borders. Considered as a whole, these papers explore various topics that will be at the forefront of educational research for years to come. Increasingly, educational leadership understand that there are important lessons to be learned internationally and globally. This book includes important research conceived from these perspectives. Our hope is that individually and collectively, they might contribute to our understanding of international and global issues in educational leadership and that they will extend, challenge and deepen extant lines of inquiry and begin others.
Author : Shana Burnett Ed.D
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN 13 : 166326189X
Total Pages : 188 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (632 download)
Download or read book Transformative Leadership written by Shana Burnett Ed.D and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2024-04-08 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a journey creating a thriving school culture combined with the power of exceptional leadership! In this captivating and eye-opening exploration, discover the profound impact that different leadership styles can have on the overall atmosphere of a school. From creating a nurturing environment and fostering growth to sparking transformation that boosts student achievement, the influence of school leaders should not be underestimated. Aspiring and experienced educational leaders will discover their power in shaping a positive and vibrant school culture. Through personal stories and extensive research, author Shana Burnett guides readers through proven methods for training staff and parents to promote academic growth and cultivate a thriving school environment. Explore the thought-provoking findings of Dr. Burnett’s study, demonstrating the positive influence of structural and analytical leadership styles on school culture and student achievement. Enlightening and empowering, this book is a must-read. It invites you to unlock strategies leading to remarkable transformations in your school community. Whether you’re a school administrator, teacher, or educational policymaker, Transformative Leadership is a compass for unlocking the potential within every school. Join the conversation on redefining the role of leadership in education and learn how to create and sustain a school culture that not only meets today’s challenges but prepares students and educators for tomorrow’s opportunities.
Author : Linda Skrla
Publisher : Corwin Press
ISBN 13 : 145220831X
Total Pages : 153 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (522 download)
Download or read book Using Equity Audits to Create Equitable and Excellent Schools written by Linda Skrla and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2009-05-05 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use the power of equity audits to help eliminate achievement gaps and educational bias! Grounded solidly in theory and the use of data, this resource provides practical, easy-to-implement strategies for effectively using equity audits to ensure a high-quality education for all students, regardless of socio-economic class. Readers will discover how to increase equity awareness at school and district levels and remedy inequalities in teacher quality, program design, and student achievement by using: A set of “inequity indicators” for evaluating schools, generating essential data, and identifying problem areas Nine skill sets for improved equity-oriented teaching Charts, graphs, and support materials that can be customized for specific settings
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 137 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (112 download)
Download or read book Preparation of Transformational and Instructional School Leaders Through a Coaching Model written by and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This qualitative case study examined principals’ perceptions of professional development through a coaching model to identify key influence factors and outcomes. Using qualitative data sources (interviews and the Principal Self-Efficacy Perception Survey), the study examined the self-efficacy perception of principals who participated in the National Center for Urban School Transformation A+ Plus Principal Network and Coaching Model program in two Southern California districts. The purpose was to discover if there was a direct connection between principal self-efficacy and professional development that included mentor and coaching programs. The study examined processes for adequately preparing principals to be both effective instructional and transformational leaders. The study aimed to provide districts with structures to support and develop the transformational and instructional leadership of principals while further contributing to the research on principal professional development. Five key themes emerged from the data analysis: (a) Communication; (b) Collaboration (principal networks); (c) Coherent Systems; (d) Validation and Trust; and (e) Professional Learning. These themes demonstrated the significance of coaching for principals to improve instructional and transformational leadership and increase selfefficacy
Author : Equasia Yard-Jean
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Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (34 download)
Download or read book The Perceptions of School Building and School District Leaders' Culturally Responsive Leadership Practices and Discipline Actions written by Equasia Yard-Jean and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is important for school leaders to understand how students who identify as belonging to specific races, ethnicities, or cultures experience school climate. The purpose of this quantitative study was to investigate the perceptions of school leaders on their culturally responsive leadership (CRSL) practices and discipline actions. This study focused on the perceptions of 142 school leaders (Principals and Superintendents) who work in public schools in New York State. The sample consisted of school building and district leaders who work in elementary, middle, and high school settings in urban, suburban, and rural communities. The study was conducted utilizing the Culturally Responsive School Leader (CRSL) Survey, an anonymous self-reporting school building and district leader online survey, to gather information about principal and superintendents' perceptions of their CRSL practices and discipline actions in their schools and districts. This study addressed the need identified by Voight (2013) stating WestEd's research findings suggests that addressing school-climate issues, including the gaps in how different student groups experience school climate, may be an important and complementary strategy for reducing achievement gaps. Furthermore, that nurturing school environments that are safer and supportive for all students, and make all students feel part of a larger community, is an important step toward education equity and a promising step in the direction of closing the racial/ethnic school climate gap.The findings revealed that there was a statistically significant relationship between the role of the school leader (principal or superintendent) and their perceptions of their CRSL practices and discipline actions. Findings were further explained and supported by principals and superintendents' comments on the challenges of implementing CRSL practices and discipline actions in their schools or districts through the open-ended response on the CRSL perception survey. Ultimately, the study serves as a resource to assist the K-12 education leadership community identify where they are on the CRSL practices and discipline actions continuum to follow actionable steps to utilize as a guide to implement in schools district wide as they work towards transformational leadership.
Author : Issa M. Saleh
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9462096384
Total Pages : 125 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (62 download)
Download or read book Reframing Transformational Leadership written by Issa M. Saleh and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-05-05 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the more common causes of school system failure is the absence of effective leadership. Ideally, school leaders are supposed to be the change agents and facilitators whose primary mission is to improve school culture and bring about the effective transformation that leads to a model Professional Learning Community (PLC). School leaders must focus on developing human capital by working collaboratively with teachers, students, and all who are involved within the system. Effective school leadership has been examined from a variety of perspectives, with the focus ranging from the principles of servant leadership to moral imperatives and distributed perspectives. The debate on what constitutes effective school leadership continues to be wide-ranging and complex. Today’s research scholarship will be the groundwork for how tomorrow’s schools develop a new breed of leadership. Upcoming leaders will face new, unforeseen challenges, so they must re-evaluate strategies and re-work standard processes, in order to promote sustainable development within their respective school systems. Tomorrow’s leaders will be expected to lead a diverse collective of students and teachers, to foster an enduring and empowering culture among students, teachers and other stakeholders committed to build a successful learning community.
Author : Alvis Cornel Jones
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 302 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (58 download)
Download or read book Perceptions of African-American Principals' Leadership in Successful Urban Schools by Teachers of Color and European-American Teachers written by Alvis Cornel Jones and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Yvette Jackson
Publisher : ASCD
ISBN 13 : 1416614672
Total Pages : 155 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (166 download)
Download or read book Aim High, Achieve More written by Yvette Jackson and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2012 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two veterans of urban education provide a powerful model for urban school transformation based on a leadership approach consisting of affirmation, inspiration, and mediation (AIM). This practical guide includes examples of successful practices and activities to help your leadership team produce its own roadmap for change.
Author : Troy A. McCarley
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (829 download)
Download or read book Transformational Leadership Related to School Climate written by Troy A. McCarley and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Tom Payzant
Publisher : Jossey-Bass
ISBN 13 : 9780787986216
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (862 download)
Download or read book Urban School Leadership written by Tom Payzant and published by Jossey-Bass. This book was released on 2010-12-14 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This important book, written by educational expert and urban school leader, Tom Payzant, offers a realistic understanding of what urban school leadership looks like from the inside. Payzant shares his first-hand knowledge of the unique managerial, instructional, and political tasks of this role. Effectively combining practical lessons and research, Urban School Leadership includes in-depth analysis of various leadership concerns. The book covers topics such as improving student achievement, working with unions, building community, and maintaining and developing resources. Most importantly, it offers stories of real school leaders whose successes and missteps reveal the inherent "messiness" of this difficult job. Urban School Leadership is part of the Jossey-Bass Leadership Library in Education series. "This important book provides compelling examples of how effective leaders can have hope, see progress, and achieve success for all children in the schools and districts they lead."—Richard Riley, former United States Secretary of Education "Tom Payzant is one of the few people who could provide such a comprehensive, useful book for educational leaders at all levels. This very practical book is grounded in the important experiences and impressive judgment of one of our nation's most successful school superintendents"—Jon Schnur, co-founder and CEO, New Leaders for New Schools "Tom Payzant is one of the finest urban educators of our generation. Urban School Leadership is compelling, crisp, and wise—providing a clear path for those dedicated to improving the trajectory of children's lives."—Timothy F.C. Knowles, executive director, Center for Urban School Improvement, University of Chicago "Urban School Leadership is a must read for anyone interested in the landscape of urban public education in America."—Beverly Hall, superintendent, Atlanta Public Schools
Author : JOURNAL OF SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1475811934
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (758 download)
Download or read book JSL Vol 22-N1 written by JOURNAL OF SCHOOL LEADERSHIP and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2012-03-26 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Journal of School Leadership is broadening the conversation about schools and leadership and is currently accepting manuscripts. We welcome manuscripts based on cutting-edge research from a wide variety of theoretical perspectives and methodological orientations. The editorial team is particularly interested in working with international authors, authors from traditionally marginalized populations, and in work that is relevant to practitioners around the world. Growing numbers of educators and professors look to the six bimonthly issues to: deal with problems directly related to contemporary school leadership practice teach courses on school leadership and policy use as a quality reference in writing articles about school leadership and improvement.
Author : Rene O. Guillaume
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1475851561
Total Pages : 497 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (758 download)
Download or read book Handbook of Urban Educational Leadership written by Rene O. Guillaume and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the second edition of the highly successful Handbook of Urban Educational Leadership. This book examines the uniqueness of the urban school and those in leadership roles that affect urban students and schools. It examines community, district, school, and teacher leadership influencing urban schools. This edition examines conceptualizations of urban ecologies as well as other critical geographies and how these shape understandings in educational contexts. Contributions for this edition focused on areas that examined social, technological, international and other processes with intersections of issues of race, class, and gender, power, politics, and capital and how they influence urban educational leadership. We also included place and space-based theories and discourses that influence urban realities, which include (but were not limited to): networks, assemblages, safe/brave space, placemaking, flow, thirdspace, homeplace, and urbanormativity.
Author : Kimberly B. Hughes
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1781905029
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (819 download)
Download or read book Identifying Leaders for Urban Charter, Autonomous and Independent Schools written by Kimberly B. Hughes and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2013-02-15 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A critical challenge for urban charter/autonomous/independent schools is finding educational leaders with the courage to lead with authenticity; integrity and ingenuity. This title begins by cultivating the balance of self, personal and professional, that guides leaders to manage operational and educational demands of leading a school.
