Full Description
Although there are several case study books for administrators, this one book, specifically for superintendents, is framed within the state and national standards. It offers a way for superintendents as well as those in training to combine best-practice theory with practice using everyday, realistic situations.
Each chapter includes:
· questions for discussion
· references
· additional resources
Readers will also find a corresponding brief literature review and a case study that illustrates the standard being discussed.
Contents
Chapter 1 Foreword
Chapter 2 Introduction
Chapter 3 1 A Memorial for Alyssa and Jenna
Chapter 4 2 A Culture of Success or the Emperor's New Clothes
Chapter 5 3 The Blytheville Story: The Challenge of Changing Demographics
Chapter 6 4 The Politics of School Reform
Chapter 7 5 Higher Test Scores at Any Price
Chapter 8 6 Se Habla Español Aqui?
Chapter 9 7 Oops! Technology Problems
Chapter 10 8 Spending a Make-Believe Budget
Chapter 11 9 Contaminated Ground
Chapter 12 10 Accusations—True or False?
Chapter 13 Appendix 1 Texas Competencies for the Superintendent
Chapter 14 Appendix 2 Standards for School Leaders
