Full Description
This exciting book explores the concept of transformative leadership and how leaders can create learning environments that are academically excellent, equitable, inclusive, and socially just. Grounded in research and real examples, Dr. Carolyn Shields presents an approach to leadership that is engaged, authentic, courageous, and effective in addressing the needs of today's diverse student bodies. Featuring examples from schools and leaders, questions for reflection, downloadable eResources, and links to useful websites, Becoming a Transformative Leader is an invaluable and practical guide for school administrators, teacher leaders, and district leaders concerned about the uneven educational playing field for students in our schools.
Contents
List of Figures
Preface
Acknowledgments
The Authors
The Work of Transformation
eResources
Introduction. Becoming a Transformative Leader
Chapter 1. Tenet One: Accepting the Mandate for Deep and Equitable Change
Chapter 2. Tenet Two: Changing Mindsets
Chapter 3. Tenet Three: Redistributing Power in More Equitable Ways
Chapter 4. Tenet Four: Balancing Public and Private Good
Chapter 5. Tenet Five: A Focus on Democracy, Emancipation, Equity, and Justice
Chapter 6. Tenet Six: Interconnectedness, Interdependence, and Global Awareness
Chapter 7. Tenet Seven: Balancing Critique and Promise
Chapter 8. Tenet Eight: Exhibiting Moral Courage
Chapter 9. A Voice from the Field (by Angelina M. Walker)
Chapter 10. Transformation Begins
