Leading in education is one of the toughest leadership challenges, where leaders are subject to the wants and needs of so many constituencies. In this section we'll tackle the issue of educational leadership generally, and look at specific advice and tips. Particularly relevant to school board officials, trustees, administrators and principals
By Larry Lashway
- Today, prevailing views of leadership suggest that the principal's role should not be to direct others but to create a school culture in which decisions are made collaboratively. Such 'facilitative' leadership exercises power through others, not over them. The basic question is whether or not these two leadership styles are mutually exclusive.
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By Michael Striech
- This article promotes the theory that school leaders determine the outcomes of educational goals. Discussed are the characteristics of strong, effective school leaders. Also discussed is the need for rescuing academics from poor leadership.
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By Larry Lashway
- Beginning principals are often overwhelmed by their job. Traditionally, they have been left to fend for themselves. This digest examines the challenges faced by new administrators and the steps that districts can take to provide a smooth entry into the principalship. It also describes characteristics of good induction programs.
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By Daresh, John C.; Playko, Marsha A.
- Mentoring has become an accepted and desirable part of the preservice preparation of educational administrators. This paper focuses on the responsibilities of those who are being mentored, often referred to as "mentees" or "proteges." It is argued that mentoring is a teaching-learning process to which participants bring specific responsibilities. Data were collected through telephone and onsite interviews with 45 experienced school administrators (mentors) and 10 aspiring principals (proteges).
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- Research based article makes the link between leadership characteristics of school principles and student achievement. Includes description of these principal characteristics.
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By Larry Lashway
- This digest outlines the tenets of three broad leadership strategies--hierarchical, transformational, and facilitative. It offers the following guidelines for choosing leadership strategies: (1) leaders should use strategies flexibly; (2) leaders should balance short-term and long-term needs; (3) strategic choices must serve institutional values; and (4) the same action can serve more than one strategy.
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