Now in its Sixth Edition, "Educational Administration: Concepts and Practices, International Edition" is the best-selling and most comprehensive book of its kind. The authors discuss all topics necessary for a complete understanding of educational administration, balancing theory and research with practical coverage of culture, change, curriculum, human resources administration, diversity, effective teaching strategies, and supervision of instruction. Many in-text features help readers learn, comprehend, and apply the material.
Part 1 Fundamental Principles and Concepts
1. Development of Administrative Theory
2. Organizational Structure
3. Organizational Culture
Part 2 Administrative Processes
4. Motivation
5. Leadership
6. Decision Making
7. Communication
8. Organizational Change
Part 3 The Structural Framework for Education
9. Government and Education
10. Excellence, Equality, and Education
11. School Finance and Productivity
12. Legal Considerations and Education
Part 4 Administration of Programs and Services
13. Curriculum Development and Implementation
14. Analyzing and Improving Teaching
15. Human Resources Administration