Critical Curriculum Leadership

Author : Rose M. Ylimaki
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2011-01-03
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781136853777

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Critical Curriculum Leadership by Rose M. Ylimaki Pdf

Although traditional curriculum and instructional leadership frameworks have dominated educational administration training for almost thirty years, it has become increasingly clear that even the most recent frameworks have failed today’s leaders who struggle with the politics of curriculum decisions on a daily basis. Critical Curriculum Leadership is an examination of curriculum leadership in the wake of U.S. testing mandates and school reforms, all of which seem to support a particular set of conservative ideologies. Drawing from her own longitudinal ethnographic study and from existing literature and research in the field, Ylimaki explores the formation of curriculum leadership in relation to broader cultural and political shifts. She shows how traditional leadership frameworks have come up short, and makes the case for an alternative leadership theory at the intersection of educational leadership and curriculum studies. She provides analytical tools that inspire progressive education and offers critical theories, strategies, research examples, problem-posing cases, and research ideas essential for curriculum leadership in the present conservative era. Critical Curriculum Leadership will appeal to the many educational leadership scholars and practitioners who are interested in developing effective and socially just curricula in their schools and districts as well as curriculum scholars who are interested in leadership issues.

Author : James G. Henderson,Daniel J. Castner,Jennifer L. Schneider
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2018-03-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781475837889

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Democratic Curriculum Leadership by James G. Henderson,Daniel J. Castner,Jennifer L. Schneider Pdf

This book provides educators with guidance on studying and practicing a curriculum problem solving artistry that is focused on deepening students’ subject matter understandings through democratic self and social understandings. The book begins with a discussion of seven principles of curriculum leadership, which provide a framework for the presentation of a theoretical platform that guides a four-phased process. The curriculum problem solving has four interrelated phases, and advice on studying and practicing each phase has been organized into separate chapters using a montage format incorporating inquiry prompts, supportive quotations, critical commentaries, practical tips, narrative illustrations, and study recommendations. There is a continuous recognition of the ways in which the four phases are folded into one another in highly interactive ways; hence, the problem solving approach is described as a fourfold process. The text concludes with an epilogue honoring the disciplined journey of understanding and the pursuit of professional virtues that are central to the cultivation of problem solving artistry. An ethical oath that was created by twenty Ohio teacher leaders serves as a collegial pledge to embrace this disciplinary commitment.

Author : Carol A. Mullen
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-12
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781136503580

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Curriculum Leadership Development by Carol A. Mullen Pdf

Curriculum Leadership Development is an up-to-date, user-friendly textbook offering unique approaches to help readers understand the complexity of curriculum leadership. It is grounded in current and relevant theory, research, legislation, and application in the closely related areas of curriculum leadership, development, and scholarship. The text solidifies the concepts of curriculum and leadership in experiential learning contexts, and promotes democratic action and critical thinking. Author Carol A. Mullen uses a descriptive, qualitative approach that integrates case study, data analysis, personal reflection, and lessons learned. Among the most important elements of the book are: *the inclusion of the voice and curricular experiences of the professional student who is a seasoned teacher or beginning adminstrator; *detailed illustrations of practitioners' experiences as curriculum makers and action researchers; *an articulation of the links among curriculum development, constructivist curricula, and mentoring scaffolds; and *practical exercises to accompany case studies. Graduate and advanced undergraduate students in education will find this textbook of value in their coursework, as will curriculum professionals who teach practicing teachers.

Author : Allan A. Glatthorn,Floyd Boschee,Bruce M. Whitehead
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 553 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781412992190

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Curriculum Leadership by Allan A. Glatthorn,Floyd Boschee,Bruce M. Whitehead Pdf

Curriculum Leadership: Strategies for Development and Implementation, Third Edition is a one-of-a-kind resource written for educational leaders, teachers, and administrators. Responding to the need for globally connected classrooms and innovative leadership, this unique text provides a rich and inclusive foundation of curriculum. The authors draw upon a wide range of research and experience to provide readers with creative, up-to-date curriculum strategies and ideas. In sharing innovative programs, learning experiences, and new approaches, they build a solid connection for curriculum development from theory to practice, helping future leaders in education meet the global challenges of our time.

Author : James George Henderson,Richard D. Hawthorne
Publisher : Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UOM:39076001885586

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Transformative Curriculum Leadership by James George Henderson,Richard D. Hawthorne Pdf

Author : Michael Uljens,Rose M. Ylimaki
Publisher : Springer
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2017-10-04
Category : Education
ISBN : 9783319586502

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Bridging Educational Leadership, Curriculum Theory and Didaktik by Michael Uljens,Rose M. Ylimaki Pdf

This book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license. This volume argues for the need of a common ground that bridges leadership studies, curriculum theory, and Didaktik. It proposes a non-affirmative education theory and its core concepts along with discursive institutionalism as an analytical tool to bridge these fields. It concludes with implications of its coherent theoretical framing for future empirical research. Recent neoliberal policies and transnational governance practices point toward new tensions in nation state education. These challenges affect governance, leadership and curriculum, involving changes in aims and values that demand coherence. Yet, the traditionally disparate fields of educational leadership, curriculum theory and Didaktik have developed separately, both in terms of approaches to theory and theorizing in USA, Europe and Asia, and in the ways in which these theoretical traditions have informed empirical studies over time. An additional aspect is that modern education theory was developed in relation to nation state education, which, in the meantime, has become more complicated due to issues of ‘globopolitanism’. This volume examines the current state of affairs and addresses the issues involved. In doing so, it opens up a space for a renewed and thoughtful dialogue to rethink and re-theorize these traditions with non-affirmative education theory moving beyond social reproduction and social transformation perspectives.

Author : Cunningham, Denise D.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2020-06-19
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781799850908

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Professional and Ethical Consideration for Early Childhood Leaders by Cunningham, Denise D. Pdf

Early childhood educators are keenly aware of the importance of a child’s transition to “real school.” This transition is occurring earlier in a child’s life now that school districts nationwide are moving to pre-kindergarten experiences for 3- and 4-year olds. Annually, more than one million children attend public school pre-k programs overseen by elementary school principals who, although veteran educational leaders, were not trained to oversee these programs. Although pre-k classrooms are rapidly growing and deserve special attention, school leaders must be reminded that early childhood means more than pre-kindergarten; it extends through third grade. School leadership needs to understand the principles of early childhood education to effectively support all children age three to grade three. Professional and Ethical Consideration for Early Childhood Leaders is a collection of innovative research that crafts an overall understanding of the importance of early childhood leadership in today’s schools. The book employs strategies to improve support for children in early childhood years, examines the different roles of early childhood leadership, analyzes best practices for implementation in early childhood contexts, and explores improvements for leadership preparation for schools with pre-k through third-grade children. While highlighting a wide range of topics including advocacy, cultural responses, and professional development, this publication is ideally designed for educators, administrators, principals, early childhood development teachers, daycare instructors, curriculum developers, advocates, researchers, academicians, and students.

Author : Allan A. Glatthorn
Publisher : Pearson Scott Foresman
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Education
ISBN : UOM:39015012147115

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Curriculum Leadership by Allan A. Glatthorn Pdf

Author : James George Henderson,Kathleen R. Kesson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Education
ISBN : 0807738263

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Understanding Democratic Curriculum Leadership by James George Henderson,Kathleen R. Kesson Pdf

This volume integrates critical curriculum theory with best practice, extending John Dewey's and Maxine Greene's progressive educational philosophy into the domain of curriculum theory and practice. The authors select four significant theoretical topics, and then apply this knowledge to the work of practitioners. The practice of these educators is examined closely to determine how they engage in reflective practice, collaborative decision-making, and curriculum construction informed by diverse curriculum studies. Prominent scholars discuss curriculum deliberation (Gail McCutcheon), reflexive systems (Noel Gough), cultural criticism (Joe Kincheloe), and educational mythopoetics (Kathleen Kesson). To clarify theoretical points and link these topics to practice, the text includes a variety of personal anecdotes, illustrations, and personal reflections, including those of a public school teacher and curriculum leader, Kerrin McCadden.

Author : Richard D. Sorenson,Lloyd M. Goldsmith,Zulma Y. Méndez,Karen Taylor Maxwell
Publisher : Corwin Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2011-01-13
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781452239231

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The Principal’s Guide to Curriculum Leadership by Richard D. Sorenson,Lloyd M. Goldsmith,Zulma Y. Méndez,Karen Taylor Maxwell Pdf

"This handbook synthesizes the best of educational research in an easily accessible format. Educators will find it an effective roadmap for leading their schools to organizational excellence, effective instruction, and optimum student achievement." —Brenda P. Dean, Assistant Superintendent Hamblen County Schools, Morristown, TN "The author clearly makes the case for the principal to be THE instructional and curricular leader of his or her school site. Principals who embrace this CAN and WILL make the difference for students!" —Marianne L. Lescher, Principal Kyrene Elementary School District, Tempe, AZ Practical guidance for spearheading curriculum development and change This comprehensive guide walks principals through the curriculum development and renewal process with encouragement, hitting the hard issues of doing more with less, integrating technology, overcoming resistance to change, and improving student outcomes. The authors incorporate the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) and the Educational Leadership Constituent Council (ELCC) standards for principals as they relate to curriculum leadership. Highlights include step-by-step guidance for: Developing a culture that is conducive to curriculum advancement Working collaboratively with personnel Integrating state and national standards into school curriculum Maximizing professional development opportunities Connecting curriculum to instruction The Principal′s Guide to Curriculum Leadership is ideal for practicing and aspiring public and private school administrators. Special features include discussion questions, case studies, activities, specialized curriculum models, resources, and references.

Author : Leo H. Bradley,Mark Meyers,Shirley Curtis,Thomas Kessinger
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-12-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781475840094

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Curriculum Leadership by Leo H. Bradley,Mark Meyers,Shirley Curtis,Thomas Kessinger Pdf

This 2nd edition presents strategies and answers questions, based on research and best practices, on how to develop curriculum and instruction, from philosophical base through assessment, to ensure excellence in curriculum beyond boiler plate standards. Current vocabulary describes this process as Value Added. However, since the current political paradigm requires school systems to map the curriculum to state and national assessments, attention is also given to curriculum mapping, pacing guides and other contemporary strategies designed to meet common cores, and other accountability issues. The book provides a process for school systems to follow in order to maximize teacher expertise and involvement, which creates the highest level of ownership and responsiveness from those charged with instruction and assessment. The text is a platform to encourage and enable school systems and universities to lead curriculum, instruction, and assessment that addresses, but goes beyond boiler plate standards, moves away from “teaching to the test,” and toward critical thinking, innovative thinking, and maximizing student potential.

Author : Lola-Peach Martins,Maria De Lourdes Lazzarin
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2019-11-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000763225

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Unmasking Irresponsible Leadership by Lola-Peach Martins,Maria De Lourdes Lazzarin Pdf

This book is unique given its scholarly angle in unmasking irresponsible leadership (IL) by focusing on its meaning. For the first time the concept of irresponsible leadership (IL) is explored in depth, the plethora of terms used in various disciplines is synthesised, and the ped-andragogy of teaching IL as a threshold concept of responsible leadership (RL) is discussed. The methodological approach adopted is creative and sound. Following the call for business schools to do more in developing responsible leadership curriculum, the book is the first of its kind devoted to advocating a radical change in the management curriculum. It draws attention to the essence of developing a shared in-depth understanding of IL by addressing the misconceptions of theories and issues that have contributed to the epidemic corporate scandals worldwide. The authors provide a suite of reflective/reflexive tools for RL learning and development, including the first IL definitional framework useful for understanding IL perspectives. In addition the book is the first to introduce the ILRL board game, which increases the learner’s flow state. Thus, the book highlights how various tools can be useful for engagement, and understanding curricula and ped-andragogical issues vis-à-vis corporate leadership practices and sustainability in turbulent times. Our targeted audience: Academic researchers, final year undergraduates, and postgraduate (including Executive MBA) students and Higher Education Curricula developers/designers. The book provides many benefits, some of which include: Pertinent answers to important questions about responsible leadership and curriculum development; sophistication of qualitative research in management studies; in-depth understanding of irresponsible leadership from a cross-disciplinary perspective; support for leadership employability endeavours and equipping students with in-depth understanding of RL; assisting with developing reflective and reflexive practice; and in terms of ped-andragogy, encouraging innovation and creativity in teaching IL as a threshold concept of RL to reduce unnecessary management curricula bias.

Author : Leo H. Bradley
Publisher : Parker Publishing Company
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Education
ISBN : UOM:39015009388896

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Curriculum Leadership and Development Handbook by Leo H. Bradley Pdf

This theory-into-practice handbook offers a practical "real world" guide to successfully developing & implementing curriculum.

Author : Kelvin Heng Kiat Tan,Mary Anne Heng,Christina Lim-Ratnam
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-12
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781317643517

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Curriculum Leadership by Middle Leaders by Kelvin Heng Kiat Tan,Mary Anne Heng,Christina Lim-Ratnam Pdf

Curriculum Leadership by Middle Leaders focusses on major issues relating to the continuing national and international discourse on curriculum leadership, and highlights the vital role of middle leaders in schools. School leadership has focused primarily on first-order change involving school leaders or principals. This book seeks to put the spotlight on second-order change that involves curriculum leadership and professional development support on the part of middle leaders for more sustainable and long-term change in teaching and learning that will influence what happens in classrooms. With timely and thought-provoking contribution from authors who pursue a range of scholarly interests in multiple educational settings, the book is guided by several underlying questions: How might we re-envision curriculum leadership so that it addresses both local and global concerns and aspirations? How might we better grasp how middle leaders understand and respond to the pressures of educational reform initiatives? How might middle leaders transform pressures into possibilities? This book will appeal to current teachers, those currently undertaking teacher training and students or academics carrying out research in the field of educational leadership.

Author : João M. Paraskeva
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2020-07
Category : Education
ISBN : 1975502884

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Critical Transformative Educational Leadership and Policy Studies by João M. Paraskeva Pdf

Critical Transformative Educational Leadership and Policy Studiesis a comprehensive collection of critical contributions from most of the leading voices in the fields of educational leadership and educational policy studies, pushing back against the current neoliberal authoritarian environment. The volume offers alternative ways to perceive and to formulate education leadership and policy from a critical transformative perspective. Individual chapters discuss such topics as social justice in education; poverty, race and public education; counter-hegemonic education movements; the privatization of schools; and school reform and advocacy leadership, among others, all from a critical perspective. It is a crucial and timely volume for educators, school administrators, educational leaders, social activists, and union leaders concerned with the current state of our universities and our education system. Perfect for courses such as: Political Economy of Urban Education | Leadership and Policy Studies | Educational Policy and Reform | Politics of Education | Cultural Studies | Curriculum Theory and Development | Socio Historical Foundations| Indigenous Knowledges and Methodologies | Cultural Studies and Education