Departmental leadership in higher education
By: Peter T. Knight and Paul R. Trowler, eds.
Contributors: Knight, Peter, 1950-; Trowler, Paul.
Publisher: Society for Research into Higher Education; Open University; Open University Press
Published: 2000
Place of publication: Phildelphia, Pa
Language: eng
Number of pages: 201
Subjects: Education, Higher -- Administration; Universities and colleges -- Departments; Departmental chairmen (Universities); Educational leadership
Description: "This book is primarily aimed at those who have, or will have, a role in leading departments or teams in higher education institutions. It examines the ways in which mainstream leadership thinking does - and does not - apply to departments and teams in HEIs and suggests that departmental leadership is critical to institutional well-being. A series of chapters explores assessment, learning and teaching, research and scholarship, administration and continuing professional development, and the final chapter discusses the ways in which individuals learn how to lead.

The book offers a way of looking at the practice of leading rather than presenting a selection of tips or tools for leadership, but is studded with views from departmental leaders and extensive practical advice."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.