Global perspectives on leadership in early childhood education.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Modise, Matshediso, editor.

Fonsén, Elina, editor.

Heikka, Johanna, editor.

Phatudi, Nkidi, editor.

Bøe, Marit, editor.

Phala, Thembi, editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Early childhood education.

Education, Preschool.

Preschool teachers.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Helsinki: Helsinki University Press, 2023.

Summary:

Global Perspectives on Leadership in Early Childhood Education aims to improve leadership and management in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) settings through research evidence. The book provides knowledge and tools to enhance the ECEC sector.Divided into three thematic sections, the book examines the theory of leadership in ECEC, strategies for improving professional development, and the governance and policies related to ECEC leadership worldwide. In its 16 chapters that blend theoretical and practical perspectives, the book addresses diverse topics, such as pedagogical leadership in different countries, peer mentoring, and the utilization of digital technology in early childhood education. The volume draws upon collaboration through the International Leadership Research Forum in Early Childhood (ILRF–EC) and encompasses contributions from across the world, from South Africa to Norway, Australia, Finland, and beyond. By incorporating different contexts and viewpoints, Global Perspectives on Leadership in Early Childhood Education makes a significant and timely contribution to the field of education.

Contents:

Finnish Early Childhood Education and Care Leaders’ Conceptualisations and Understandings of Pedagogical Leadership Early Childhood Leaders’ Conceptualisation and Understanding of Leadership in Community Centres: The Case of South Africa Wrestling with the Notion of Leadership and Teacher Involvement: Understanding Caribbean Teachers’ Myths and Beliefs within Global Perspectives Leadership in Norwegian Municipal Early Childhood Education Care Centres Leadership Responsibilities of Early Childhood Directors in Palestine from the Directors’ Viewpoint Leadership in Irish Early Childhood Education and Care: In Pursuit of Purpose and Possibilities Team Leadership and Diversity in Norwegian Early Childhood Education and Care Shadowing Centre Directors as Pedagogical Leaders in Early Childhood Education Settings in Finland Pedagogical Leaders’ Use of Professional Judgement in Early Childhood Education and Care: A Case from Norway School Leaders’ Attitude Towards the Use of Digital Technology in the Early Grades Peer Mentoring as a Means of Leader Support in Early Childhood Education and Care Does Leadership Matter?: A Narrative Analysis of Men’s Life Stories in Early Childhood Education and Care Early Childhood Development Centre Managers’ Provision of Comprehensive Quality Programmes: Policy Implementation Supervising Early Childhood Education and Care in Finland Owners’ Governance of Directors’ Mentoring Practices in Early Childhood Education and Care Centres in Norway Integrative Leadership Framework for Quality in Early Childhood Education and Care

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

952-369-089-2

9789523690899