Monday 28 August 2017
Start Date
28-8-2017 10:45 AM
End Date
28-8-2017 12:00 PM
Subjects
School improvement, Educational leadership, School leaders, Leadership qualities, Secondary schools, Problem solving, Pacific Islanders, Maori students, Goal orientation, Student educational objectives, Principals, Senior teachers
Abstract
The paper illustrates the complexity of leadership work, using data on the varying perspectives of middle and senior leaders about their own goals; the seriousness of the problems that they face in reaching those goals; and the perceived effectiveness of the senior leadership team. The findings from these studies indicate that the basic leadership skills of problem analysis, focused goalsetting and close monitoring of progress towards goals are lacking in many leadership teams in secondary schools. These findings highlight the importance of a team of middle and senior leaders being aligned in their goal pursuit, being active problem-solvers and being prepared to take some calculated risks to gain improvements.
Recommended Citation
Bendikson, L. (2017, August 28). Courageous and coherent leadership required for excellent and equitable outcomes [Paper presentation]. Research Conference 2017 - Leadership for Improving Learning - Insights from Research. https://research.acer.edu.au/research_conference/RC2017/28august/5
Copyright Statement
Copyright Australian Council for Educational Research 2017
Place of Publication
Melbourne, Vic
Publisher
Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)
ISBN
9781742864808
Geographic Subject
New Zealand
Included in
Educational Leadership Commons, Indigenous Education Commons, Secondary Education Commons
Courageous and coherent leadership required for excellent and equitable outcomes
The paper illustrates the complexity of leadership work, using data on the varying perspectives of middle and senior leaders about their own goals; the seriousness of the problems that they face in reaching those goals; and the perceived effectiveness of the senior leadership team. The findings from these studies indicate that the basic leadership skills of problem analysis, focused goalsetting and close monitoring of progress towards goals are lacking in many leadership teams in secondary schools. These findings highlight the importance of a team of middle and senior leaders being aligned in their goal pursuit, being active problem-solvers and being prepared to take some calculated risks to gain improvements.
Comments
Concurrent session 1C