Product details
- ISBN 9781138814660
- Weight: 342g
- Dimensions: 178 x 254mm
- Publication Date: 18 Dec 2014
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
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Though traditionally responsible for school operations, assistant principals increasingly find themselves expected to provide academic leadership as students face a growing emphasis on academic performance. This timely book helps current and aspiring assistant principals implement best practices for their evolving roles, providing the knowledge and skills required to succeed in their schools. Coverage includes:
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- Emphasis on competency-based leadership requirements
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- Research-based models, tips, snapshots, best-practices, and recommendations
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- Unique discussion of the assistant principal as a student advocate
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- Organizational strategies, professional growth activities, and operational models for program implementation
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- Specific leadership responsibilities for school climate, personnel administration, professional development, and performance appraisal
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- Case studies and discussion questions to foster applied learning
Dr. M. Scott Norton is a former public school teacher, coordinator of curriculum, assistant superintendent, and superintendent of schools. He has served as professor and vice-chair of the Department of Educational Administration at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and as professor and chair of the Department of Educational Administration at Arizona State University where he is currently professor emeritus.
