The Daily Disciplines of Leadership
Subtitle: How to Improve Student Achievement, Staff Motivation, and Personal Organization (Jossey Bass Education Series)
Edition: 1 edition
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Published: November 4, 2002
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 272
ISBN-13: 9780787964030
Subjects: Management & management techniques; Organization & management of education; School improvement programs; Educational Administration; Education / Teaching; Education; School management and organiza; Administration - General; Leadership; Education / Teaching Methods & Materials / General; Educational leadership; School management and organization
First sentence: Leadership is an intimidating subject and an even more challenging role.
Description: "The Daily Disciplines of Leadership is a comprehensive and down-to-earth manual for school leaders that addresses the daunting challenges that today's principals, superintendents, and teacher-leaders face on a daily basis. Written by Douglas Reeves - a leading authority on academic standards, performance assessment, and accountability - the information in this book is based on his extensive experience working with educators, administrators, and school board members from across the country and internationally. Reeves discusses the basic purpose of leadership, presents four key leadership archetypes, and offers practical recommendations for action. Covering a wide range of topics - from accountability systems to personal communications - this book will serve as the "go to" resource for novice and seasoned school leaders alike."--Jacket.