A guide for middle managers in FE. It provides readers with workable strategies for dealing with the key issues associated with this role, such as managing people, liaising with other staff and being an effective leader. It is suitable for all middle managers in FE.

This informative and humorous A to Z of management in FE includes over fifty entries, from key terms in management theory to exemplary figures in FE and current trends. Realistic and helpful, entries range from benchmarking and funding, right through to mergers, paperwork and quality. Whether you've just been newly appointed to an FE management role or are an experienced manager wanting a quick update, this book is for you.

What are the key issues in FE? How does FE differ from other sectors of Education? What does the future hold for FE? This book offers a unique and provocative guide for all lecturers committed to providing the best education and training possible in the changing world of Further Education. The authors examine key issues such as: How teaching in FE differs from others sectors The motivations of learners The use of new technologies in the classroom The techniques adopted by college managers The changing assessment methods The introduction of personalised learning An analysis of the politics behind the training of lecturers. Written in an accessible style, every chapter presents a different and challenging approach to key issues in Further Education. A Lecturer’s Guide to Further Education is essential reading for all new and experienced Further Education lecturers.

The incorporation of the further education sector in 1993 was followed by a period of extreme turbulence. Colleges plunged into the complex task of managing huge organizations while under pressure from cuts in funding and a steady expansion in the number and range of students. While financial scandals may have attracted attention, the success of the further education sector in continuing to provide a vital educational service for millions of people has been less recognized. Despite the significant contribution of the sector to education and training, practitioners struggle to find adequate research evidence on which to base reflection and practice. They need material relevant to the specific situation of managers working w

Education management and leadership is a key area of study in education. Educational Management: Major Themes in Education brings together the most important literature in the field, exploring the historical context, the training and development of leaders and their roles in leading people and managing resources in education. The collection provides a focus on the major issues which are current in educational management throughout the world. The four volumes are arranged thematically, as follows: Volume 1: Educational Values Values and Religion Emotions and Gender Politics and Micropolitics Volume 2: Educational Theory Theory School of Effectiveness and School Improvement Financial Management and LSM Further Education Volume 3: Educational Leadership Leadership and Headteachers Learning Leadership Middle Leadership Volume 4: Educational Change History and Research Strategy, Marketing, Change and Culture A new introduction by the editor provides an overview of the field and guides the reader through this wealth of material. Titles also available in this series include, Literacy (June 2004, 4 Volumes, £495), Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Education (August 2004, 4 Volumes, £495) and the forthcoming Early Years Education (2005, c.4 Volumes, c. £475)

The definitive playbook for driving impact as a middle manager Leading from the Middle: A Playbook for Managers to Influence Up, Down, and Across the Organization delivers an insightful and practical guide for the backbone of an organization: those who have a boss and are a boss and must lead from the messy middle. Accomplished author and former P&G executive Scott Mautz walks readers through the unique challenges facing these managers, and the mindset and skillset necessary for managing up and down and influencing what happens across the organization. You’ll learn the winning mindset of the best middle managers, how to develop the most important skills necessary for managing from the middle, how to create your personal Middle Action Plan (MAP), and effectively influence: Up the chain of command, to your boss and those above them Down, to your direct reports and teams who report to you Laterally, to peers and teams you have no formal authority over Anyone in an organization who reports to someone and has someone reporting to them must lead from the middle. They are the most important group in an organization and have a unique opportunity to drive impact. Leading from the Middle explains how.

This insightful book sets out five core elements of good practice that will lead to great teaching and learning both within and beyond the classroom. It looks in detail at the learning process and how teachers can support this through a rich mix of teacher-led direct instruction and collaborative and online learning, both flipped and blended. Covering five major themes to reset our pedagogy, Advancing Learning Within and Beyond the Classroom presents the key evidence about 'what works' alongside practical activities to adopt or adapt to enhance your own practice. The chapters cover: the application of precise curricular knowledge the presentation of key questions to guide, check and deepen learning elaboration to build deep understanding personalised feedback to accelerate progress the introduction of regular challenges to drive high learning outcomes and relevant commercial and world-class standards Including a comprehensive overview of evidence-based practice and a wealth of practical strategies to drive engagement and productive learning, this is essential reading for all teachers working in secondary schools or further education.