Educational Leadership in Aotearoa New Zealand
Title | Educational Leadership in Aotearoa New Zealand PDF eBook |
Author | Rachel McNae |
Publisher | Nzcer Press |
Pages | 180 |
Release | 2017 |
Genre | Education |
ISBN | 9780947509675 |
This book presents 10 inspirational case studies of how centre leaders, principals and leadership teams in high-needs New Zealand educational settings have enacted leadership towards a more equitable and democratic society.
Education Studies in Aotearoa New Zealand
Title | Education Studies in Aotearoa New Zealand PDF eBook |
Author | Annelies Kamp |
Publisher | Nzcer Press |
Pages | 298 |
Release | 2019-11-12 |
Genre | Education |
ISBN | 9781988542799 |
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the core disciplines, and contemporary concerns, that inform the study of education in Aotearoa. As a collection, the work provides a critical account of education policy trajectories and speculates on their limits and possibilities in the changing social and political landscape of Aotearoa New Zealand in the first half of the 21st century. The work has two aims. First, to serve as an introductory text for students in initial teacher education and other education programmes. Secondly, to be a resource for practitioners, policy makers, administrators and other stakeholders seeking to update their knowledge of the disciplines that comprise education studies, and their application in the current environment. It builds on the premise detailed in the Introduction: that all educational theory--in Aotearoa and beyond--must be understood and applied with due regard to personal, historical, and global context.
Educational Leadership for Social Justice and Improving High-Needs Schools
Title | Educational Leadership for Social Justice and Improving High-Needs Schools PDF eBook |
Author | Bruce G. Barnett |
Publisher | IAP |
Pages | 295 |
Release | 2021-01-01 |
Genre | Education |
ISBN | 1648023746 |
To commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the International School Leadership Development Network (ISLDN), this book is a compilation of the work conducted by network scholars. This volume is the first comprehensive overview of the studies conducted by ISLDN members engaged in examining how social justice leaders and leaders of high-needs schools address the social conditions, learning experiences, and performance of their students. Other international school leadership research consortia have emerged in the 21st century; however, the ISLDN is the second longest operating project, after the International Successful School Principalship Project (ISSPP). Since its creation in 2010, ISLDN scholars have delivered papers at a variety of international conferences and shared findings in research publications, including books and special issues of journals. Until now, ISLDN research findings have been disseminated separately for the project’s two strands: (a) social justice leadership and (b) leadership in underperforming high-needs schools. Therefore, the purpose of the book is to document the history and evolution of the ISLDN and to provide descriptions and reflections of the project’s research findings, methodologies, and collaborative processes across the two strands. This volume captures studies of school leaders from 19 countries representing six continents - Africa, Asia, Australia and Oceania, Europe, North America, and South America. The authors examine important external and internal contextual factors influencing schools in different cultural settings and provide insights about the values and practices of social justice leaders working in high-needs school settings. Numerous practical strategies are provided for school leaders working in schools with similar conditions. The concluding chapter by the co-editors synthesizes the structural factors, personal beliefs and values, and contextualized change management strategies that shape school leaders’ actions aimed at ensuring the best learning outcomes for their students. Besides capturing the range of findings emerging from various ISLDN studies conducted over the past decade, several chapters critically examine the project’s current contributions to the field. Authors suggest broadening the dissemination of our findings to increase the visibility of the project, expanding the research methods beyond qualitative interviews, incorporating studies from non-Anglophone countries, and augmenting the scope of our analyses and research focus. These researchers’ journeys also reveal the obstacles to and benefits of engaging in these types of international collaborative research ventures.
Successful Educational Leadership in New Zealand
Title | Successful Educational Leadership in New Zealand PDF eBook |
Author | Ross Notman |
Publisher | Nzcer Press |
Pages | 155 |
Release | 2012-02 |
Genre | Educational leadership |
ISBN | 9781927151372 |
This book features case studies of 11 successful New Zealand educational leaders. It is intended as a testimony to their exemplary work and to help aspiring, new and experienced practitioners understand more about their leadership role. The case studies capture the exhilaration of being a leader in different school and early childhood centre settings and they identify key values, attributes and strategies that have enabled these leaders to achieve and maintain success. The New Zealand research that this book draws on is carried out under the International Successful School Principalship Project (ISSPP) which aims to focus research attention on factors behind principals' success. The editor and writers explore two major research questions: What practices do successful leaders use? What factors give rise to successful educational leadership? Readers will draw inspiration from this sample of successful New Zealand principals and early childhood leaders who have dedicated their professional lives to making a difference for students. Diverse reflections, questions and suggestions for further reading are woven through each case study to encourage aspiring and current educational leaders to think critically about their own workplace practices.
From Teacher to Leader
Title | From Teacher to Leader PDF eBook |
Author | Stuart MacMillan |
Publisher | Independently Published |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2024-06-26 |
Genre | Education |
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Welcome to "From Teacher to Leader: Pathways to Educational Leadership in NZ," your essential guide from classroom educator to influential school leader in New Zealand. Whether you're embarking on a career in educational administration or seeking to enhance your leadership skills, this book offers invaluable insights and practical strategies tailored to the unique context of New Zealand's educational landscape. Effective educational leadership is pivotal in shaping the future of our schools and communities. This guide explores the fundamental principles of leadership in education, equipping you with the knowledge to define your vision, lead with integrity, and inspire positive change within your school environment. Discover the roles and responsibilities of educational leaders, explore diverse leadership styles, and learn how to cultivate essential skills such as communication, decision-making, and team-building. Dive into strategic planning, inclusive practices, and effective management techniques designed to foster a supportive and thriving school culture. "From Teacher to Leader" empowers you to navigate challenges, seize growth opportunities, and chart a successful career path in educational leadership. Whether you aspire to become a Dean, Deputy Principal, or Principal, or simply enhance your leadership skills, this book serves as your comprehensive resource for achieving professional excellence and making a lasting impact in New Zealand's education sector. CONTENTS: Importance of Leadership in Education Overview of Educational Administration and Management Leadership Styles and their Application Communication Skills for Educational Leaders Decision-Making and Problem-Solving Strategies Emotional Intelligence in Educational Leadership Time Management and Organizational Skills Team Dynamics and Collaboration Strategies Conflict Resolution Techniques Coaching and Mentoring Practices Delegation and Empowerment Strategies Strategic Planning and Implementation Visionary Leadership Setting Goals and Objectives Data-Driven Decision Making Creating a Positive School Culture Promoting Inclusivity and Equity Engaging with the School Community Supporting Staff Wellbeing Celebrating Achievements and Building Morale Addressing Challenges in Educational Leadership Crisis Management and Preparedness Balancing Administrative Duties and Instructional Leadership Ethical Leadership and Integrity Tools and Templates for Educational Leaders
New Directions in Educational Leadership
Title | New Directions in Educational Leadership PDF eBook |
Author | New Zealand Educational Administration Society. Research Conference |
Publisher | |
Pages | |
Release | 1997 |
Genre | Maori (New Zealand people) |
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Understanding Educational Leadership
Title | Understanding Educational Leadership PDF eBook |
Author | Steven J. Courtney |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Pages | 417 |
Release | 2021-01-28 |
Genre | Education |
ISBN | 1350081833 |
Understanding Educational Leadership guides you through critical perspectives and approaches across the world, taking in the global north and south, and explores the ways in which educational leadership is currently understood, theorised, researched, modelled and practised. The book also covers contemporary issues including gender, sexual identity and race, as well as topics such as governance, performativity and corporatisation. It brings together evidence and ideas that illuminate the power structures and relations in educational leaders, leading and leadership and helps you to consider the impact on policy and practice, and to think about changes needed to mitigate the issues identified. The book showcases a wide range of theorists, including Bourdieu, Foucault and Fraser. Its impressive scope includes analyses of collectivist, neoliberal and historical influences on educational leadership. It explores forensically leadership styles, with an explicit focus on distributed, instructional, democratic, autocratic, laissez-faire and organisational forms. Carefully curated by the editors, the world-leading contributors draw on their wealth of knowledge about research and practice to provide you with an overview of educational leadership today, looking at global research, evidence, arguments and conceptualisations. Each chapter is written in an engaging and inspiring way, following a consistent approach to help you to develop your understanding in each of the areas covered. Full pedagogical features throughout include chapter summaries, key questions, case studies, questions for readers and further reading suggestions with questions on key texts. A companion website provides links to open-access outputs, research-project outcomes, and networking seminars, conferences with links to local, national and global events and connections.