Educational Administration : Management and Leadership

ABOUT THE BOOK Educational systems exist within social and political systems. Since social and political systems have undergone and undergoing transition, it also impacts educational systems and patterns. In addition to abiding to the rules and regulations of the school, the teaching faculty is required to meet expectations of parents in bringing out all round development of their children. Moreover, new innovations, technologies, changes and decisions which the school administration wishes to implement may give rise to new situation with varied problems. For efficient and effective functioning these problems must be sorted out and solved to the fullest satisfaction. Administration in the area of education is a difficult job. Normally, administration is based on the plank of tough handling and strict discipline, often imposed by force. It is here, where ordinary administration differs from educational administration. Leadership development refers to any activity that enhances the quality of leadership within an individual or organization. These activities have ranged from MBA style programs offered at university business schools to action learning, high-ropes courses and executive retreats. The book also provides a roadmap for all teachers and educational authorities, not only in day-to-day running of a school but also its relations with the community and the educational authorities