Power, Politics and Ethics in School Districts ─ Dynamic Leadership for Systemic Change

Duffy (change leadership in education, Gallaudet University) explains how to use power and political skills ethically to lead whole-system change in school districts. He looks at the context for change in school districts and describes a methodology designed to create and sustain whole-system change. Seven essays by noted theorists and practitioners examine issues such as resistance, teachers' unions, and collaboration with parents and community stakeholders. The book is of interest to policy makers and future school district leaders. Annotation c2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Francis M. Duffy is a former high school teacher and certified school administrator and supervisor. He is a professor of change leadership in education at Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. He is also the founding editor of Rowman & Littlefield Education's Leading Systemic School Improvement series and author of six books on school improvement.