Fundamental Concepts of Educational Leadership and Management

by Taher A. Razik, Austin Swanson

In a time of high educational expectations and professional accountability, today’s educational leaders must possess a broad variety of skills that enable them to function comfortably and effectively in changing environments and under highly politicized conditions. The mission of Fundamental Concepts of Educational Leadership is to foster understanding of this reality among those preparing for administrative and managerial careers in pre-colligate educational institutions and to help them develop the skills necessary for working effectively within those environments. This text emphasizes an action-research approach that is more eclectic and practical than ideological ― compelling readers to think critically about the theoretical underpinnings of current educational practice and motivating them to solve problems using sensible, realistic alterative approaches. The revised third edition of this text includes a number of new tools -- such as activities, case studies, and instructional aids ― which encourage active learning as well chapter review and reinforcement. The new edition also includes a table at the front of the text that links ISLLC standards with the corresponding discussion in within the book.

Genres: Education

432 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1995

Reviews

[Ginni]

Read this for a class. Very informative and well organized.

[Drjudy Staveley]

Currently reading this textbook for a doctoral education class. It's very informative for someone who is going into teaching or education leadership. It is very difficult to read, however, it is professionally organized. The concepts in leadership and management are very useful and can be applied in an educational or business setting.

[Tommy]

This book is difficult to read. It does contain useful information but it is tough to slog through.

[Jackie]

Loved it! Anyone with aspirations of leading in education should read this. My only regret is that Mr. Razik is now deceased and will not be doing an updated version.