ABSTRACT
During the 1990s, teachers have faced further important changes in the curriculum, and other changes that resulted from the Education Reform Act. Staff in further education have had to implement radical changes caused by college incorporation. The danger of the paradigm, G. Johnson believes, is that faced with pressures for change, managers are likely to deal with the situation in ways which are in line with the paradigm and the cultural, social and political norms of organisational life. Johnson feels there is little chance of achieving fundamental strategic change unless the climate for change exists. Any teacher will recognise the way in which these sub-cultures can develop – and not only amongst pupils. M. Woodcock suggested that high-performing teams have a number of key characteristics, chief amongst which is a shared sense of purpose and vision where team members are equally aware and committed to the work of the team in terms of its mission and values.
