Author: James Edward ColePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education, Secondary
Languages : en
Pages : 382
Book Description
A Study of Student, Teacher, and Principal Perceptions of the High School Student's Role in Educational Decision-making
Author: James Edward ColePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education, Secondary
Languages : en
Pages : 382
Book Description
Dissertation Abstracts International
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Dissertations, Academic
Languages : en
Pages : 564
Book Description
Abstracts of dissertations available on microfilm or as xerographic reproductions.
American Doctoral Dissertations
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Dissertation abstracts
Languages : en
Pages : 604
Book Description
Resources in Education
Author: Teacher Perceptions of Principal Leadership Behavior and Shared Decision Making in Select Southeast Georgia Secondary Schools
Author: Lacey Lamb WynnPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Decision making
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
The purpose of this correlational study was to examine the relationship between teachers' perceptions of their principal's leadership behavior and the level of shared decision making practiced in their schools. This study sought to answer the following overarching research question: "To what degree is there a relationship between the leadership behaviors of secondary school principals and the level of shared decision making in selected Southeast Georgia schools as perceived by teachers?" Data were collected from secondary school teachers throughout Southeast Georgia using the Leadership Practices Inventory-Observer and the Shared Education Decisions Survey-Revised. Results indicated the highest leader practices identified to be encourage the heart and inspire a shared vision. The highest shared decision making dimension was pupil personnel services, followed closely by curriculum and instruction. Though very little relationship was found between leader behaviors and shared decision making as perceived by teachers, results from this study may be useful to principals who are considering shared decision making opportunities for their faculties. Key words: Teacher perceptions, principal leadership, behavior and shared decision making, symbolic interaction, Georgia secondary schools
Research in Education
Author: Ethnic Matching
Author: Donald Easton-BrooksPublisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1475839677
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
Ethnic Matching: Academic Success of Students of Color is an in-depth exploration on the impact of ethnic matching in education, the paring of students of color with teachers of the same race. Research shows that this method has a positive and long-term impact on the academic experience of students of color. This book explores what makes this phenomenon relevant in today’s classrooms. Through interviewing quality teachers of color, this book sheds a light on the impact these teachers make on the academic experience of students of color. This approach is meant to provide all teachers valuable insight into techniques for engaging with diverse learners. Also, from these conversations, the book shows how the intentionality of culturally responsive practice can enhance the academic experience of students of color. Topics such as the challenges of recruiting and retaining quality teachers of color, as well as the valuable work being done on the local, state, and national level to promote diversifying the field of education as a way to provide equitable education for all students is also explored in this book.
ERIC Clearinghouse Publications
Author: Comprehensive Dissertation Index, 1861-1972: Education
Author: Xerox University MicrofilmsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Dissertations, Academic
Languages : en
Pages : 1040
Book Description
Examining Teachers' Perceptions of Teacher and Principal Leadership as They Relate to School Improvement in a Suburban High School
Author: Timothy E. WrightPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Educational leadership
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between teacher and principal leadership and its affect upon school improvement, Specifically, this study explores teachers' perceptions of teacher and principal leadership and how these perceptions impact one school's effort for school improvement. Finally, the study addresses what aspiring principals need to know about teacher perceptions of teacher leadership and the ways that teachers perceive that a principal supports and fosters teacher leadership. Using a phenomenographic approach, 13 teachers and one administrator were interviewed at a high school in a large mid-western city. In addition, field observations and document analyses were conducted. Data were analyzed using constant comparative method through which several themes were developed and later integrated into a conceptual framework. Findings indicated that teacher leadership affects school improvement and that principal leadership helps to influence, support, and sustain both teacher leadership and school improvement. By developing a sense of responsibility beyond the classroom, being role models for students and teachers, acting as professional resources for colleagues, building relationships and making connections with students, teacher leaders affect school improvement. One role of the principal is to influence, support, and sustain teacher leadership so that teacher leadership will sustain school improvement over a long period of time. Through supporting and communicating with teachers as well as building a sense of openness and trust, the principal empowers and encourages teachers to continue to improve the educational opportunities for themselves and their students. This study concludes that the role of the principal is critical in influencing, supporting and sustaining both teacher leadership and school improvement. The significant role of school improvement in education in the last five years cannot be achieved through a single person or position of authority. Principals need the essential skills to create, support, and maintain-the leadership capacity of their teachers.