Leadership research in educational settings is both challenging and rewarding, and this book provides practical guidance for success. It offers a clear framework for preparing and conducting research, designing effective tools, and reporting findings. The authors leverage their extensive expertise to help readers navigate the research process. Additionally, the book includes supportive features for students, enhancing their understanding and application of the concepts presented.
Focusing on the interconnectedness of quality and accountability in education, this book offers a comprehensive framework for analyzing these critical issues. It delves into the implications of both concepts, providing insights that aim to enhance understanding and foster improvements within the education system.
Focusing on middle leadership in the primary education sector, this book serves as a valuable resource for heads and deputy heads. It offers insights into effectively organizing schools amidst ongoing changes and heightened accountability demands. With practical guidance, it aims to equip leaders with the tools necessary to navigate the challenges of modern educational leadership.
This book explores leadership across educational sectors, offering an international perspective on theory and practice. It examines themes like centralized vs. distributed leadership, competency vs. academic models, and functionalist vs. democratic approaches. Ideal for educators, researchers, and policymakers, it provides analytical insights backed by empirical evidence.
In 'University Shambles', Chris Rhodes has created a bitingly accurate observational satire which targets the politics of academia, the degradation of the university system in the name of inclusiveness and - inescapably - the foolish vanity of academics. The adept combination of character, sharp satire and comedic humour makes good reading.