A Personal Philosophy of Education Abstract
In sum, I believe the long-range impact that educational leadership should have on stakeholders and on the community includes providing young learners with the critical thinking skills they will need to succeed in the 21st century workplace as well as developing good citizens that actively participate in the political process. Today, the United States invests enormous sums in its public educational system, but these scarce taxpayer resources are being wasted without the positive long-range impact that effective leadership should have on stakeholders and on the community. Because effective leadership has been shown time and again to be inextricably associated with organizational performance, it is not surprising that there has been a growing body of scholarship devoted to this topic over the years. Drawing on this body of knowledge, it is possible to improve the effectiveness of educational leadership in a number of ways, including encouraging the…...

4) elying soley on anecdotal evidence and/or district wide standards for evaluation, that may not be based upon classroom use, but is rather based on novice understandings of educational needs is an error that must be eliminated from the school. School principles are increasingly exposed to for profit pulls and tugs of educational programs of technology that utilize standards that are untried and yet toted as "best practices" based on limited real research. Principles must develop appropriate ways to weed through options and opportunities and forward resources toward only those that are driven by real research data and have been proven effective in the kind of school culture where the principle leads. (Mory, 2004, p. 745) Technology is an essential aspect of the future for most children being educated today, and they must have alternatives for learning and growing with in such technology, yet it is also clear that…...

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Burton, J.K., Moore, D.M., & Magliaro, S.G. (2004). 1 Behaviorism and Instructional Technology. In Handbook of Research on Educational Communications and Technology, Jonassen, DH (Ed.) (2nd ed., pp. 3-27). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.

Craig, H., & Perraton, H. (2003). Chapter 5 Open and Distance Education for Teachers' Continuing Professional Development. In Teacher Education through Open and Distance Learning, Robinson, B. & Latchem, C. (Eds.) (pp. 91-111). New York: Routledge.

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Considering this, when evaluating programs such as ead 180 one must remember it is important not to consider change from an "outsider looking in" standpoint, but rather enmesh themselves in the change process to decide what factors lead to successful change, and which do not. If members of the community, or administrative bodies, look at programs that would manage change from the "periphery" as the previous researchers suggest, then one can only assume that change will not succeed, but rather is destined for failure. One must instead look at change as a member of the change unit, as a member of the "family" as described by the theorists and conceptual researchers promoting the idea of change as something that can occur in an environment that fosters a familial approach to change and successful change management.

Common Elements Among Theorists & Leaders Approach to Change

Most common among all theorists…...

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References

Carson-Stern, E., Edwards, a., Harter, L.M., Hopson, M.C. & Mcclanahan, a. (2004).

Organizing for survival and social change: The case of streetwise. Communication Studies, 55(2): 407.

Chrisman, J.J., Chua, J.H. & Sharma, P. (2005). Trends and directions in the development of a strategic management theory of the family firm. Entrepreneurship Theory & Practice, 29(1):555-575.

Dundon, E. (2002). The seeds of innovation: cultivating the synergy that fosters new ideas. AMACOM: New York.

An abundance of resources and tools online is available to help aspiring educational leaders like me to understand the roles and responsibilities of administration and leadership. Each website or online resource focuses on a specific area or perspective, which is why online field trips are helpful to evolve one’s professional competency and skills. Two of the online field trips I conducted this week include the ACSD (2018) educational leadership pages, and also the “Seven Sides of Educational Leadership.” These are two totally different places to visit and acquire knowledge and information about the culture of education and how to be an effective and student-focused leader. The ACSD (2018) educational leadership pages include information about addressing the mental health needs of students. As such, the website is holistic, taking into account the whole student and the emotional and social needs that are as important as academic achievement. I also learned about how…...

Starting with a question most readers will take for granted, the author encourages a deep reflection on the nature, function, and purpose of schools. This reading also encourages an open-minded and cross-cultural understanding of how schools serve differential purposes depending on context. Schools have changed over time, and are different in each country. Educators need to contemplate their philosophies so that they can better understand the mission, vision, and guiding purpose of their own institutions. The author uses anecdotes to show how pedagogical practices can and should be aligned with Biblical principles, and Biblical principles should also guide the shape and form of curricular content. A Christian perspective rounds out the discussion in this reading. So much of what modern schools are based on extends from Christian ethics and virtues: the notion that schools are community-based organizations designed to inculcate pro-social values. Schools are not just about teaching facts but about…...

From scheduling lunch shifts to arranging for common planning time, my principal has effectively and efficiently managed the set amount of time that we have in a school day. Collaboration between parents and community members is evident as well. We often have parent / child literacy nights. Annually we also hold a rotherhood Dinner that honors community members that have positively influenced the children in our neighborhoods. Throughout New edford, Carney Academy is highly regarded; our reputation precedes us.
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Knowledge acquired from textbooks and college classes may give me some techniques and standards that effective leaders must know, however they are not going to teach me everything I need to know. Hopefully, my experiences as a successful coach and an employee of an excellent leader will help in building a solid foundation for me to become an effective leader myself.

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Bass, Bernard M (1985), Leadership and performance beyond expectations, New York: Free Press.

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Bernstein, R. Should You Be the Boss? Mar 99, Vol. 108 Issue 6, p33, 3p, 1c

Saudi Aramco's training department was underdeveloped, and therefore the potential of their employees was being squandered. Once armed with an advanced degree I will stand poised to help organizations like Saudi Aramco to improve their training departments. Ultimately I will be able to perform consulting work in numerous private, non-profit, and government sectors to expand my range of expertise and offer the best guidance I possibly can to my clients.
Having worked as a translator as well as a professional training director, I have developed solid communications and leadership skills that can easily be imparted to my clients. I also have proven experience in developing and implementing training programs for professionals. What I need now is a leap forward, to hone my ability to design optimal training programs that meet the needs of both individuals and organizations. The higher education doctoral program at the University of Massachusetts offers...

The Center for Educational Leadership (CEL) based out of the University of Washington (with a strong Web presence as well) is a good source of information and tools for strengthening one’s educational leadership skills. The description provided in this post about what the CEL offers is very good in terms of describing the organization’s unique approach to helping individuals obtain leadership knowledge. The Webinars area great source of info for example and give a lot of good tutorials on leadership growth, the principles of leadership, and guides for classroom observation.
The School Leadership website produced by the Wallace Foundation is also very good to know about, especially since it focuses on serving underprivileged kids by way of various programs and offerings. The Wallace Foundation is designed to promote equal opportunity for students. The Principal Pipeline is another good tool that principals can use to help them as they work towards increasing…...

The book of Proverbs is one of the more unusual books of the Bible, given that rather than storytelling or prophesy, the book consists of a series of homilies or inspirational phrases intended to encourage the reader to honor his or her father and mother and to place wisdom over riches and worldly success. The book as a whole is a reminder to cherish the important, simple lessons of life. The lessons conveyed by the book are both religious and ethical in nature. One idea which comes to mind when reading the book is that rather than talent, sometimes simply the willingness to be kind, to show up on time, and to behave in an estimable manner is more important. From an educator’s perspective, all of the lessons of the book highlight the importance of creating a moral environment in the classroom that inspires others to treat one another well.
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Abstract The long-range impact of educational leadership is to empower others in the school community to nurture their talents and abilities and make them leaders in their own capacities. To realize this, the leader needs to adopt the transformational leadership framework, which requires them to be an intellectual stimulator, inspirational motivator, mentor, and coach. The process of leadership incorporates several leadership strategies including direction-setting, developing people, mentoring and coaching, and developing leadership programs. There is a need for continuous learning to enhancing the leader’s handling of people from diverse cultures, religion, and nationalities. The intermediate aim of the leader is to help followers realize their maximum potential.
Educational Leadership Philosophy
Strong educational leadership is a crucial determinant of effective student learning. On the basis of strong leadership, a struggling school can transform and a great one empowered to thrive even more. According to a report by the Wallace Foundation, educational leadership is the…...

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Spears, U. (2012). Coaching Leadership Families: Using the Leadership Family Model to Coach, Mentor, and Multiply Health Families. New York, NY: Xlibris Corporation.

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This view is reflected in increasing calls for financial equity among schools, desegregation, mainstreaming, and standardized testing for teachers and students alike; it has been maintained that by providing the same education to all students, schools can equalize social opportunity (Bowman, 1994).
This latter position is typically followed up with the use of a particular curriculum designed to support the approach. In this regard, Bowman suggests that, "Knowledge is thought to exist in the collected wisdom of a canon, and education is the transferral of established wisdom to the learner" (p. 218). Unfortunately, when educators attempt to impose a "one-size-fits-all" curriculum on a diverse study body, there are bound to be problems -- particularly for those students who are already marginalized through language and other socioeconomic constraints.

Furthermore, in many ways, the public schools are unique in that they have been assigned the responsibility of communicating what American society regards as…...

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Artiles, A.J., Higareda, I., Rueda, R., & Salazar, J.J. (2005). Within-group diversity in minority disproportionate representation: English language learners in urban school districts. Exceptional Children, 71(3), 283.

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Bowman, B.T. (1994). The challenge of diversity. Phi Delta Kappan, 76(3), 218.

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This course fulfills its promise to help students understand research methods in education and educational administration specifically. Concepts of research have been covered clearly, to allow students better insight into how they might construct their own research from the proposal stage through the analysis and interpretation of results. Through encounters with original research like the Porter, Polikoff, Goldring, et al. (2010) study, students in this course also become more familiar with how researchers develop and implement assessments to evaluate the efficacy of different school leadership models. Moreover, this course empowers students to adopt a professional mindset to evaluate the research of others, consider gaps in the literature, and contribute to the growing body of evidence on educational administration. The course has also covered theoretical orientations in educational research, encouraging students to consider their own points of view and the directions their research and their careers will take them. Ultimately, students can…...

Responding to the needs of a failing school is one of the most pressing challenges education leaders face. This assessment of the Washington High School case study is astute, paying attention to the need for top-down organizational structure and culture change. It is important for all administrators and educators to be honest and self-assess the situation, in order to come up with the most cogent and meaningful solutions to the problem. Indeed, the first step is total evaluation of the system. Unfortunately, even principles have their hands tied when it comes to being unable to transform educational policies. Educational policies are determined by politicians, often those with little knowledge of what actually occurs on the ground in the real world of education. In spite of this significant drawback to effective educational policy, education leaders and administrators can implement localized policies and programs that can change the normative cultures of their institutions.
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Annotated Reference ListIKristjansson, K. (2014). There is something about Aristotle: the pros and cons ofAristotelianism in contemporary moral education. Journal of Philosophy of Education, 48(1), 48-68.This study focuses on how character education is of critical importance in todays education because it serves as the foundation for all learning. If the students character is not being informed, then the overall aim of education is going to be lost or easily twisted into something negative. The study shows that the philosophy of Aristotle and the teachings of the moral lessons of the classical thinkers can benefit students and help teachers to practice solid character education. This information can be used by educators in their professional practice because it shows how to help focus on character education to boos student confidence and performance in the long run.Lynch, M. (2014). The true costs of social promotion and retention. InternationalJournal of Progressive Education, 10(3), 6-17.This…...

Private schools are just as vulnerable to the issues that public schools are facing today.
Each one of us carries a responsibility for trying to improve the situation. Parents and familial groups have a huge responsibility to augment educational strategies. In the environment where most school systems employ strategies to make students part of the masses, without individual attention or nurturing, it is important for the family to step up and educate children about independence and autonomy. According to the research, "schools train children to be employees and consumers; teach your own to be leaders and adventurers. Schools train children to obey reflexively; teach your own to think critically and independently" (Gatto 155). Encouraging them to engage in learning material that goes beyond the simple curriculum offered at most public schools. Education should not be purely the responsibility of the institutions overwhelmed with responsibility, but should be extended to include…...

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Works Cited

Gatto, John Taylor. "Against School." Learning Power.

Moore, Michael. "Idiot Nation." Learning Power.

Lopez, Steve. "Looking Out of State for What California Once Offered." Los Angeles Times.

I. Introduction
A. Background information on gender inequality in education
B. Thesis statement: Gender inequities in education persist, leading to disparities in opportunities and outcomes for individuals of different genders.

II. Gender Disparities in Access to Education
A. Differences in enrollment rates between boys and girls
B. Barriers to education faced by girls, such as cultural norms and economic constraints
C. Impact of gender disparities on educational attainment and future opportunities

III. Gender Stereotypes in Education
A. Stereotypical beliefs about gender roles and abilities in academics
B. Influence of gender stereotypes on teacher expectations and classroom dynamics
C. Consequences of stereotyping on students' self-esteem and academic performance

IV. Gender Inequities in....

I. Introduction
A. Hook: Leadership plays a crucial role in achieving success and driving change.
B. Background: Define leadership and its significance in various fields, such as business, politics, and education.
C. Thesis statement: A strong leader possesses certain qualities and skills, and their ability to inspire and guide others towards a common goal is essential for success.

II. Body Paragraph 1: Qualities of a Strong Leader
A. Topic sentence: Strong leaders demonstrate excellent communication skills.
1. Supporting detail: Effective communication promotes clarity and helps leaders convey their vision.
2. Supporting detail: Active listening skills enable leaders to understand and address....

School Administrators' Perceptions of ICT in Secondary School Teaching
Information and communication technology (ICT) has revolutionized many aspects of modern life, including education. In recent years, there has been growing recognition of the potential of ICT to enhance teaching and learning in secondary schools. However, the effective integration of ICT into the classroom requires the support and buy-in of school administrators.
Perceived Benefits of ICT
School administrators generally acknowledge the numerous benefits of ICT in secondary school teaching. These include:
Improved student engagement: ICT tools can make learning more interactive, engaging, and enjoyable for students.
Increased access to information: Students can access a....

I. Introduction

1. School Environment and Inclusivity


1. Creating a welcoming and respectful atmosphere


2. Challenging biases and promoting empathy
2. Importance of Diversity and Inclusion


1. Benefits for students' academic and social development


2. Preparing students for a diverse and inclusive society

II. Body

1. Curricular Strategies


1. Incorporating diverse perspectives and experiences into lessons


2. Using inclusive and representative materials
2. Instructional Practices


1. Differentiating instruction to meet individual needs


2. Providing opportunities for student voice and participation
3. Creating flexible and supportive learning environments
3. School Climate and Culture

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