Handbook of Ethical Educational Leadership

Christopher M. Branson is Professor of Educational Leadership at the University of Waikato, New Zealand. He is Executive Director of the UCEA Center for the Study of Leadership and Ethics. Steven Jay Gross is Professor of Educational Administration at Temple University. He is also Founding Director of the New DEEL (Democratic Ethical Educational Leadership) Community Network.

• Introduction: Why Ethical Educational Leadership?PART 1 : Issues and Perspectives The Essence of Professionalism Ethical Leadership: A Critical Transformative Approach The Purpose of Education Socio-Political Awareness Leadership, Sustainability and Ethics Seeking Social Justice Leading with Empathy A Concern for Caring The Prevalence of SilencePART II : Developing Ethical Educational Leadership An Ethical Leadership Developmental Framework The Interplay of Values The Power of Personal Values Ethical Decision Making Managing Ethical Dilemmas Using Turbulence Theory to Guide Actions Maintaining Moral Integrity An Insight into the Nature of Ethical Motivation De-Constructing Ethical MotivationPART III : Examples from the Field Holistic and Moral Development of Educational Leaders A Measure of Ethics Ethical Responses to Educational Policies The Ethical Perspectives of Turkish School Leaders Preparation of Integrity Striving for Moral Purpose The Ethical Demands of Multiculturalism Conclusion: If It Isn’t Ethical, It Isn’t Leadership

"This remarkable handbook compiles in a single volume the best theory, the latest research, and many practical applications on the subject of values and ethics in educational leadership. Notably international in scope, it is a true compendium of the best thinking on the subject from a broad array of scholars."--Paul T. Begley, Founder of the Center for the Study of Leadership and Ethics, University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA)"Branson and Gross have developed a remarkably comprehensive handbook exploring ethical educational leadership in an increasingly high stakes and complex environment. Readers are challenged to rethink deep-seated notions about leadership and ethics, and they are treated to a stimulating analysis of the centrality of purpose, fairness, and trusting relationships. The message is clear: ethics is not merely a characteristic of leadership; it is central to leadership."--Michelle D. Young, Professor, University of Virginia and Executive Director, University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA)"A veritable 'who's who' of ethical educational leadership scholars and practitioners from around the world! This compendium is timely, comprehensive, insightful, inspirational, and a 'must read' for all educators. It combines great scholarship with practical and actionable guidelines at a time when ethical leadership is a moral imperative."--Patrick Duignan, Emeritus Professor of Educational Leadership, Australian Catholic University