Description
Book SynopsisThe authors are national school resource experts and have teamed up to write a comprehensive book on ethics and politics. It covers everything you need to know about ethical leadership and dealing with politics in schools. The book starts with an ethical framework and moves on to politics with unions, administrators, and School Boards with suggested strategies for effective conflict resolution. There are realistic cases in every chapter of the book with the final chapter focused on comprehensive ethical and political cases to test the reader in addressing such issues in the educational or related settings. Benefits and Features of Book: A comprehensive book covering all aspects of ethics and school politics. Each chapter objectives are aligned with the ELCC, InTASC, ISLCC, and TLEC standards used for accreditation and alignment in program content. Many federal and various state data sources are included. Each chapter contains a comprehensive case study and exercises for practical a
Trade ReviewThe authors provide an excellent perspective on understanding ethics and politics. -- Dr. Susan Sosoo, Assistant Principal, Administration/Organization, New York City Department of Education
The authors provide a comprehensive and cogent consideration of school leaders navigating the turbulent political waters of administration. Well done! -- Kathryn Hollywood, PhD, president and CEO, Cordis Educational Services, LLC
Education is a precious social value but it is also highly problematic in contemporary culture. School leadership should therefore combine ethics and politics as this book comprehensively argues. I highly recommend his book. -- Henk ten Have, MD, PhD, Director, Center for Healthcare Ethics, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA
The authors have applied their vast experience to develop this comprehensive work and I recommend this book! -- Julie Davis, Ed.D. Executive Director, Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators
Table of ContentsForeword Acknowledgments Introduction 1 Doing the Right Thing: Ethics and School Leadership 2 The Conflict of Ethics, Politics, and Policies 3 Making Haste Slowly: Politics at the District and Board Level 4 Leading from the Front: Politics in the School Building 5 Who’s In Charge Here? Politics of the Union-Administration Relationship 6 The Art of the Possible: Negotiating and Communicating with People 7 Ethics and Politics Case Studies Appendix A: Political Activities: What Can’t I Do Appendix B: Outside Activities Appendix C: Gifts Between Employees Appendix D: Standards of Conduct for Educational Leaders Index About the Authors
