Title: Leadership for social justice and democracy in our schools /
Authors: Blankstein, Alan M.; Houston, Paul D.; HOPE Foundation (Bloomington, Ind.); American Association of School Administrators.
Publisher: Corwin Press,
Year: 2011
Subjects: School management and organization; Educational leadership; Social justice; Democracy and education.; EDUCATION / Leadership
Abstract: "This ninth and final book in The Soul of Educational Leadership series offers practical strategies for promoting socially responsible school cultures that enhance student engagement"-- Provided by publisher.
Contents: Machine generated contents note: PrefaceAbout the EditorsAbout the Contributors1. Respect - Bonnie M. Davis2. Social Justice: Focusing on Assets to Overcome Barriers - Randall B. Lindsey, Delores B. Lindsey, and Raymond D. Terrell3. Becoming an Equity-Oriented Change Agent - Linda Skrla, Kathryn Bell McKenzie, and James Joseph Scheurich4. Are Women Prepared to Be School Superintendents? An Essay on the Myths and Misunderstandings - C. Cryss Brunner and Yong-Lyun Kim5. Leading Schools of Character - Marvin W. Berkowitz6. Teaching Social Responsibility - Sheldon H. Berman7. Zero Indifference and Teachable Moments: School Leadership for Diversity, Inclusion and Justice - Mara Sapon-Shevin8. Getting Kids Ready for School - Raising the Village - Paul D. HoustonIndex.