Departmental leadership in higher education / Peter T. Knight and Paul R. Trowler.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Knight, Peter, 1950-

Contributor:

Knight, Peter, 1950-

Trowler, Paul R.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education, Higher.

Education, Higher--Administration.

Universities and colleges--Departments.

Universities and colleges.

College department heads.

Educational leadership.

Physical Description:

x, 201 pages ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

Buckingham : Open University Press, 2001.

Summary:

This book is primarily aimed at those who have, or will have, a role in leading departments or teams in higher education institutions. It examines the ways in which mainstream leadership thinking does - and does not - apply to departments and teams in HEIs and suggests that departmental leadership is critical to institutional well-being. A series of substantive chapters explores assessment, learning and teaching, research and scholarship, administration and continuing professional development, and the final chapter discusses the ways in which individuals learn how to lead. The book offers a way of looking at the practice of leading rather than presenting a selection of tips or tools for leadership, but is studded with fascinating views from departmental leaders and extensive practical advice.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

033520676X

0335206751

OCLC:

45990777