"It is much noble to lead when subordinates respect the leader not by his position but because of his convictions toward the good of the organization. Simply put, his or her mere presence, words and actions inspire the people. With authority goes accountability to safeguard public interests as stipulated in RA 9155 otherwise known as the 'Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001' which set the framework for basic education, its authority and accountability. It is the purpose of this book to serve as a guide to new school heads particularly in the public schools to develop their potentials as leaders and help them lead their people. Along this line is the desire to give premium to the importance of people skills in relating to teachers, learners and other employees in the working environment to establish stable leadership and governance." --ALLAN L. ACOSTA, MAEM. "The school perspective in this piece of Educational Management literature is what makes it a practical guide to young school heads who are just beginning to face the gargantuan challenge of leadership considering the expanding horizon in managing education systems. In today's school setting administrative and even management itself as disciplines tend to give way to leadership as the sinequanon of effectiveness." --EPIFANIO B. BUELA, Ed.D, CESO IV, Schools Division Superintendent (Retired).

This popular book has been thoroughly updated for its fourth edition, and is even more directed towards the leadership demands on managers, both within the school and in its community setting.

This book explores what specialists are saying about system leadership for school improvement. Case studies examine innovative approaches to sharing leadership and to leadership development programmes for system improvement.

This volume provides a succinct up-to-date summary of global research on principal instructional leadership as it has evolved over the past 50 years. The book’s particular focus is on the development and use of the Principal Instructional Management Rating Scale (PIMRS). The PIMRS is the most widely used survey instrument designed for assessing instructional leadership for research and practice. It has been used in more than 250 studies in more than 30 countries around the world. The authors provide a detailed conceptual and data-based description of the rationale and development of the instrument as well as the ways in which it has been used in practice. The book also provides, for the first time, a comprehensive assessment of the scale’s measurement properties. This represents essential information for future users of the instrument across different national contexts. Finally, the volume outlines an agenda for improving future research on the role of principal instructional leadership in student learning and school effectiveness.

The confluence of transformative global events, including a pandemic, the repercussions of climate change through extreme weather, and widespread political instability has jolted educational systems, prompting a rapid overhaul of conventional teaching and learning approaches. The embrace of remote and hybrid learning models has exposed institutional vulnerabilities, compelling a reevaluation of adaptability, leadership, and management strategies. Amid this novel educational landscape, the urgency for effective solutions has grown, spotlighting the need to uphold educational standards, cultivate engagement, and provide steadfast leadership. Promoting Quality Hybrid Learning Through Leadership and Educational Management, edited by Edgar Oliver Cardoso Espinosa, emerges as a guiding compass. This book intricately dissects the interplay between leadership, educational management, and technology, offering a comprehensive panacea for the challenges inherent in hybrid learning models. Curated from the collective wisdom of scholars and practitioners, this book offers a roadmap for institutions, distilling invaluable insights on adept leadership techniques, effective management practices, and the seamless fusion of digital tools to enhance the educational experience. Beyond a mere volume, it serves as a transformative tool for educators, researchers, and leaders seeking to recalibrate education for contemporary demands, shaping immersive learning environments and instilling the confidence to navigate an evolving educational vista.

The Second Edition of Qualitative Online Interviews by Janet Salmons provides researchers the guidance they need to extend the reach of their studies beyond physical boundaries. Focusing on designing, conducting, and assessing data drawn from online interviews as well as from observations, materials, and artifacts collected online, the book emphasizes the use of in-depth interviews in qualitative research or mixed-methods designs. Written in an easy-to-read manner, the thorough Second Edition offers the practical information and scholarly foundations needed to make thoughtful decisions in technology-infused research.

School Leadership for Refugees’ Education examines how educational leaders shape and lead different practices to meet refugee students' educational needs, while also considering issues of equity and social justice. It presents cutting-edge theoretical understanding and rich first-hand research findings, which point out the local idiosyncrasies and cross-national themes involved in leading welcoming schools for newcomers. The book provides a global analysis of policy guidelines and up-to-date research findings concerning refugee education. Vast populations have been forced to leave their homelands in recent years due to war, political conflict and economic collapse. The countries that provide sanctuary need to ensure quality education that will allow these destitute but hopeful children to build a new future. Through this book a comprehensive model is presented to guide culturally relevant educational leadership to welcome newcomers in their schools and society. This book will be of great interest for academics, researchers, and postgraduate students in the fields of educational leadership, social justice education and educational administration.