{"product_id":"hidden-in-plain-sight-26","title":"Hidden in Plain Sight","description":"\u003ci\u003eHidden in Plain Sight: Women Leaders in the Academy \u003c\/i\u003eis an essential resource that examines the experiences, challenges, and achievements of women leading in higher education. Written for current and aspiring women academic leaders, it provides the tools, insights, and support needed to navigate this complex terrain successfully. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eHidden in Plain Sight\u003c\/i\u003e addresses a striking paradox: while many accomplished women hold academic leadership positions, they often remain invisible within their own institutions. Despite occupying roles of authority, women leaders frequently find themselves overlooked, unrecognized, and unheard. This contradiction exposes the gap between institutional claims that leadership is gender-neutral and the reality women face daily in academic settings. Drawing on demographic data, statistical trends, and evidence-based practices, this textbook offers practical guidance grounded in real experience. Readers will find case studies, personal anecdotes, and actionable strategies for advancing in academic leadership while maintaining personal integrity and well-being. The book explores various leadership approaches and identifies common pitfalls, equipping readers with knowledge to navigate challenges effectively. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eHidden in Plain Sight\u003c\/i\u003e serves as both mirror and map—reflecting the realities women leaders experience while charting pathways forward. It empowers current leaders to advocate for themselves and their institutions while inspiring the next generation to pursue academic leadership with eyes wide open and strategies firmly in hand. This is the guidebook for women determined to lead authentically, effectively, and sustainably in higher education. The book is written about and for women in leadership positions, and for women interested in educational leadership within the academy. It will also be of interest to college, university and public libraries; individuals including scholars in the discipline; and it can serve as a critical textbook in a variety of Leadership classes in undergraduate and graduate programs. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePerfect for courses such as:\u003c\/b\u003e Women and Leadership; Higher Education Administration; Gender Studies in Education; Educational Leadership and Policy; Sociology of Higher Education; Feminist Theory and Practice; Women's Studies Capstone Seminar; Organizational Behavior in Education; Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education; Professional Development for Graduate Students","brand":"Myers Education Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Product","offer_id":57533181624664,"sku":"9781975507312","price":43.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/hidden-in-plain-sight-26","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}