'This book introduces an intriguing juxtaposition of caring alongside effective, and it is a thought-provoking book. Including examples of early years leaders on their own reflective learning journeys, it provides a rich source of ideas for relational leadership that are firmly based in research and professional experience.' - Professor Margaret Carr, University of Waikato, New Zealand Effective and caring leadership is an essential part of raising standards and increasing the quality of learning in early childhood settings. This book explains leadership practices that can make a positive difference to the provision offered and improve outcomes for both children and families. With theoretical, practical and research-informed perspectives, this book: Uses case studies to provide examples of effective leadership Integrates education and care with key practices in effective leadership Explores directional, collaborative, empowering and pedagogical leadership Offers readers opportunity to reflect upon their own leadership practices This is a key text for anyone studying Early Childhood, existing and aspiring leaders, graduate Early Years Leaders and those training to work in settings, schools and children’s services. Professor Iram Siraj-Blatchford is Professor of Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London. Dr. Elaine Hallet is a Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London. INDICE: PART ONE: LEADERSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOODIntroduction The Early Years Context The Research ContextPART TWO: EFFECTIVE EARLY CHILDHOOD LEADERSHIPIntroduction Directional Leadership: Developing A Shared Vision Directional Leadership: Effective Communication Collaborative Leadership: Promoting A Team Culture Collaborative Leadership: Promoting Parental Collaboration Empowering Leadership: Promoting Agency in Others Empowering Leadership: The Process Of Change Pedagogical Leadership: Leading Learning Pedagogical Leadership: Leading Reflective LearningPART THREE: REFLECTIVE LEADERSHIPIntroduction Leadership StoriesREFERENCESINDEX
- ISBN: 978-1-4462-5534-6
- Editorial: SAGE Publications Ltd
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 176
- Fecha Publicación: 13/11/2013
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
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