Leading a Creative School: Learning about Lasting School Change
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Author Description
Leading A Creative School Argues That School Leaders Are Central In Any Change Process, And Offers Suggestions And Models Of Practice For A Whole School Change Towards Creative Practice. Front Cover -- Leading A Creative School -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- List Of Illustrations -- Series Introduction -- Notes On Contributors -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction: Pat Thomson And Ethel Sanders -- 1. It Can Only Happen On A Thursday: Judy Berry -- 2. Circles Of Influence: A Democratic Whole School Alternative To A School Council: Alison Peacock -- 3. Change As An Evolutionary Process: Mary Igoe -- 4. Dance As Key To Full And Effective Student Engagement And Driver Of Whole School Change: Tony Lyng And Jackie Mortimer -- 5. 'if You Always Do What You've Always Done, You Will Always Get What You've Always Got': Lesley Lyon -- 6. 'making It Yours': David Priestley -- 7. Staff Development: Ideas And Resources For Groups And Individuals -- Index.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the critical role of school leadership in facilitating sustainable, creative pedagogical change within educational institutions. Ethel Sanders, alongside co-editor Pat Thomson, compiles a series of case studies and practical frameworks to demonstrate how administrators can move beyond traditional management to foster environments that prioritize creative practice. The text argues that lasting change is an evolutionary process requiring democratic engagement and strategic staff development rather than top-down mandates.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Case studies of whole-school transformation through specific initiatives like dance programs and democratic councils.
- Methodologies for mapping circles of influence to improve student and staff engagement.
- Practical resources and exercises for facilitating staff development sessions.
- Theoretical frameworks for understanding change as an evolutionary rather than linear process.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators and administrators frequently cite this text as a practical resource for implementing creative reforms in diverse school settings. Experts highlight the book's reliance on real-world examples as a key strength for those seeking actionable strategies for institutional improvement.
Page Count:
112
Publication Date:
2011-01-01
Publisher:
Routledge
ISBN-10:
0203817443
ISBN-13:
9780203817445
Leadership
Professional Development
Pedagogy
School Improvement Programs
Education
School Administration
