Practicing the Art of Leadership: A Problem-based Approach to Implementing the ISLLC Standards

by Reginald Leon Green

This self-help book introduces a number of scenarios that incorporate the behaviors supported by the ISLLC Standards. Its effective case scenario approach prepares prospective school leaders to address actual school challenges that occur on a daily basis. In addition, it familiarizes readers with the ISSLC Standards and enables them to conduct a self-assessment relative to meeting those standards. Unlike similar texts, the author provides responses to difficult and challenging issues that are grounded in theory and supported by best practice. This enables learners to examine, compare, and make decisions about well-documented responses and in turn, apply their own ideas. Chapter topics include Leadership in Today's Schools, Organizational Influences on Leadership, Communication in Today's Schools, Decision-Making: Quality and Acceptance, Managing Conflict in Today's Schools, and Facilitating Change in Schools. For education professionals preparing for leadership roles.

Genres: Leadership, Education, Nonfiction

252 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2000

Reviews

[Andy Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wasn't convinced at first. The book started out a bit slowly. But Dr. Green makes a good case for his strong opinions on school leadership.

Prentice Hall maintains an excellent web site companion to this text. I found the end-of-chapter quizzes very useful.

The case studies give students plenty of opportunity to play "What if?"

I recommend this book if it's on your assigned reading list!

[Len Egan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a very succinct and thorough book about the theories and styles of leadership. It shows the evolution of leadership and explains how we have gotten to where we are today. A good text for anyone who intends to be a leader in business or education.

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Practicing The Art Of Leadership: A Problem Based Approach To Implementing The Isllc Standards