School Effectiveness and Educational Management : Towards a South-Eastern Europe Research and Public Policy Agenda

This book analyzes educational management in the context of developing effective schools in South-Eastern European countries and situates the discussion within ongoing education debates in EU countries. The book revolves around the specific role and practices of school principals, who are positioned as a nexus of educational management in each school. Presenting innovative research in the field of educational management and effectiveness this volume will be invaluable for a range of education specialists. Front Matter....Pages i-ix School Effectiveness and Educational Management: Editorial....Pages 1-3 School Effectiveness: An Overview of Conceptual, Methodological and Empirical Foundations....Pages 5-26 School Principals, Environments and Stakeholders: The Blessings and Heresies of Market Organization....Pages 27-48 Schools, Local Communities and Communication: Above and Beyond the Stakeholders....Pages 49-65 Managing the School: Principals as Managers....Pages 67-85 Principals’ Educational Leadership....Pages 87-106 School Governance Models and School Boards: Educational and Administrative Aspects....Pages 107-124 The Democratic Context of School Governance: External and Internal Stakeholders’ Perspectives....Pages 125-144 School Effectiveness and Educational Management: Toward a New Research and Public-Policy Agenda....Pages 145-150 Back Matter....Pages 151-159