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Organizational Theory In Higher Education (Core Concepts In Higher Education)
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The Second Edition Of Organizational Theory In Higher Education Is A Comprehensive And Accessible Treatment Of Organizational Theory And Higher Education Administration. Noted Scholar Kathleen Manning Offers A Fresh Take On The Models And Lenses Through Which Higher Education Can Be Viewed By Presenting A Full Range Of Organizational Theories, From Traditional To Current. Chapters Discuss The Disciplinary Foundation, Structure, Metaphor, Assumptions, Characteristics, And Other Elements Of Each Organizational Theory And Conclude With Cases Highlighting Practical Applications. Questions For Discussion Are Provided At The End Of Each Chapter And Embedded In The Cases To Assist The Reader In Making Connections To Their Practice. Mannings Rich, Interdisciplinary Treatment Enables Readers To Gain A Full Understanding Of The Perspectives That Operate On A College Campus And Ways To Adopt Effective Practice In The Context Of New And Continuing Tensions, Contexts, And Challenges.New To This Edition:Revised Chapters With Updated Material And New References That Reflect Current Higher Education Issues Including Climate Change;A New Chapter On Institutional Theory, An Expanded Feminist And Gendered Chapter, And An Enhanced Spirituality Chapter;New Cases Throughout To Address Contemporary Issues, And A Broader Range Of Institutional Types Including Historically Black And Hispanicserving Institutions And 2Year Institutions;Additional Theoretical Topics Including Critical Race Theory, Queer Theory, And Contemplative Practices;Updated And Enhanced Questions For Discussion And Recommended Readings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Organizational Theory in Higher Education'? A: The book provides a comprehensive exploration of organizational theory specifically within the context of higher education administration, presenting various models and lenses to understand institutional dynamics.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Kathleen Manning, a noted scholar in the field of higher education.
- Q: What new content is included in the second edition of the book? A: The second edition features revised chapters with updated material, new references reflecting current issues, a chapter on Institutional Theory, and expanded discussions on Feminist and Gendered perspectives.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for graduate students? A: Yes, the book is suitable for graduate students and professionals in higher education, as it covers complex theories and practical applications relevant to their studies and work.
- Q: What are the practical applications discussed in the book? A: The book concludes chapters with cases that highlight practical applications of each organizational theory, allowing readers to connect theory to practice effectively.
- Q: Does the book include discussion questions? A: Yes, each chapter ends with questions for discussion, designed to help readers engage with the material and relate it to their own experiences.
- Q: What format is the book available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book's second edition? A: The second edition was published on September 20, 2017.
- Q: Are there any contemporary issues addressed in this edition? A: Yes, this edition addresses contemporary issues such as climate change and includes theoretical topics like critical race theory and queer theory.