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Winner: 2009 National Staff Development Council's Staff Development Book of the Year AwardWhat can organizations do to create changes that are both profound and enduring? This anthology explores why traditional change strategies have failed and examines constructive alternatives. International experts prove successful change can be a realistic goal. Real examples of pilot projects, model schools, and other groundbreaking endeavors illustrate precisely how theory translates into practice.Benefits: Discover why the purposeful pursuit of a democratic and professional approach to change is essential for meeting the goals of education systems. Study the relationship between the government and teaching profession, a central issue in education reform. Understand the complexity and contours of change and the roles of leaders within racially polarized institutions. Examine the merits of international comparative benchmarks as drivers for educational change. Utilize industrial benchmarking aresearch technique borrowed from industry to examine what makes education systems successful in countries across the world. Learn why research and development efforts must focus on the daytoday practice of leadership and management.Contents:Introduction: Change Wars: A Hopeful StruggleChapter 1: The Fourth Way of Change: Towards an Age of Inspiration and SustainabilityChapter 2: Teaching and the Change Wars: The Professionalism HypothesisChapter 3: From System Effectiveness to System Improvement: Reform Paradigms and RelationshipsChapter 4: International Benchmarking as a Lever for Policy ReformChapter 5: Industrial Benchmarking: A Research Method for EducationChapter 6: The Music of Democracy: Emerging Strategies for a New Era of PostStandardizationChapter 7: Preparing for the New Majority: How Schools Can Respond to Immigration and Demographic ChangeChapter 8: When Politics and Emotion Meet: Educational Change in Racially Divided CommunitiesChapter 9: Engaging Practice: School Leadership and Management From a Distributed PerspectiveChapter 10: Institutions, Improvement, and PracticeChapter 11: LevelFive Networks: Making Significant Change in Complex OrganizationsChapter 12: Reform Without (Much) RancorChapter 13: Have Theory, Will Travel: A Theory of Action for System Change
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Change Wars (Leading Edge)'? A: 'Change Wars (Leading Edge)' primarily focuses on exploring effective strategies for creating profound and enduring change within educational organizations, emphasizing the importance of a democratic and professional approach to reform.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Michael Barber, a recognized expert in educational reform and policy.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Change Wars'? A: 'Change Wars' was published on September 18, 2008.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Change Wars' have? A: 'Change Wars' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: Is 'Change Wars' a new or used book? A: 'Change Wars' is listed as a new book.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: Key topics include the relationship between government and the teaching profession, international benchmarking for policy reform, and strategies for engaging school leadership in racially polarized communities.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding educational change? A: Yes, 'Change Wars' provides insights into the complexities of educational change and offers practical examples of successful reform efforts.
- Q: What is the target audience for 'Change Wars'? A: The book is targeted towards educators, policy makers, and anyone interested in the dynamics of educational reform and effective leadership.
- Q: Are there any awards associated with 'Change Wars'? A: Yes, 'Change Wars' won the 2009 National Staff Development Council's Staff Development Book of the Year Award.