Educational Management: A Problem-Based Approach

Author: Cunningham
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Publish Date: 2002-12-01
Features: As an introductory text on educational administration, Educational Administration: A Problem-Based Approach presents readers with various aspects of current reforms and thinking in the field of educational administration, as well as the complex management problems and challenges that school leaders face daily, such as increasing diversity in schools and society, the impact of educational reforms and technological advancements on the learning environment, and more. The book not only inherits the sociological, research-oriented, and experiential traditions of educational administration research but also carefully examines the ethical, racial, behavioral implications, as well as opportunities for critical thinking, best practices, and real-world scenarios. Employing a problem-solving approach, the book provides readers with the opportunity to analyze and apply knowledge to real-world situations. Educational Administration: A Problem-Based Approach offers rich theoretical foundations for practical school organizations. It includes real-life examples reflecting current pressing educational issues, giving students the chance to reflect, develop skills, and connect theory with practice. The book features reflective essays by numerous scholars, researchers, and practitioners on practical issues in educational administration. Each chapter introduces fundamental theories, research, and practices that have influenced educational administration. Chapter 6 presents diagnostic checklists to allow readers to identify their leadership styles and analyze how they demonstrate these styles in practice. Chapter 13 showcases four unique, real-world problem-based learning projects.