ABSTRACT

This exciting book explores the concept of transformative leadership and how leaders can create learning environments that are academically excellent, equitable, inclusive, and socially just. Grounded in research and real examples, Dr. Carolyn Shields presents an approach to leadership that is engaged, authentic, courageous, and effective in addressing the needs of today’s diverse student bodies. Featuring examples from schools and leaders, questions for reflection, downloadable eResources, and links to useful websites, Becoming a Transformative Leader is an invaluable and practical guide for school administrators, teacher leaders, and district leaders concerned about the uneven educational playing field for students in our schools.

chapter |16 pages

Introduction

Becoming a Transformative Leader

chapter 1|14 pages

Tenet One

Accepting the Mandate for Deep and Equitable Change

chapter 2|27 pages

Tenet Two

Changing Mindsets

chapter 3|15 pages

Tenet Three

Redistributing Power in More Equitable Ways

chapter 4|22 pages

Tenet Four

Balancing Public and Private Good

chapter 5|26 pages

Tenet Five

A Focus on Democracy, Emancipation, Equity, and Justice

chapter 6|20 pages

Tenet Six

Interconnectedness, Interdependence, and Global Awareness

chapter 7|23 pages

Tenet Seven

Balancing Critique and Promise

chapter 8|19 pages

Tenet Eight

Exhibiting Moral Courage

chapter 9|12 pages

A Voice from the Field

chapter 10|9 pages

Transformation Begins