The study of communication is important, because every administrative function and activity involves some form of direct or indirect communication. Whether planning and organizing or leading and …
The argument can certainly be made that in this new model, the roles of principals and teachers as leaders are greatly expanded. Yet what exactly is the definition of empowerment? Wellins, Byham, …
The Challenges of Interim Leadership Among the many, the most prevalent challenge in navigating an interim leadership role has to do with fully comprehending the definition and scope of the role. Asking …
Mutual adjustment exists when work is coordinated through informal communication. Mutual adjustment or coordination is the major thrust of Likert’s (1987) “linking-pin” concept.
This definition has three key elements. First, decision making involves making a choice from a number of options—the school district can carry more or less inventory of school supplies and the math …
For many, the constructivist perspective encompasses critical thinking as the major component of a comprehensive definition of education itself. In fact, Morgan (1993) defined education in terms of …
ABSTRACT Organizational culture is the set of shared beliefs, values, and norms that influence the way members think, feel, and behave. Culture is created by means of terminal and instrumental values, …
Abstract The development of administrative thought can be placed into a loose historical framework. In general, four models emerge: classical organizational theory, the human relations approach, the …
ABSTRACT Performance appraisal is the systematic observation and evaluation of employees’ performance. Some of the most commonly used performance appraisal methods include the …
School leaders also can use specific tactics for overcoming resistance to change including education and communication, participation and involvement, facilitation and support, negotiation and …