Working Smart: Problem-Solving Strategies for School Leaders

by Sharon D. Kruse Ph.D University of Akron, OH

Overview

Effective problem solving contributes to school leaders' ability to create lasting improvement in classroom and organizational practice. By addressing the practice of school leaders as a first concern, this book focuses on the skills required for smart, effective problem solving. Kruse first focuses on the tasks of problem solving (identifying problems, initiating actions, and evaluating results) and describes three areas (employing effective communication, designing constructive policies, and developing supportive systems ) on which school leaders should concentrate. By linking the tasks of problem solving to the work leaders do, the book provides strategies for school leaders to accomplish their goals.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781607092452
Publisher:	R&L Education
Publication date:	06/16/2009
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Sharon D. Kruse is a professor of educational administration in the Department of Educational Foundations and Leadership at the University of Akron, Ohio.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Problem Solving and Leadership
Chapter 2 The Importance of Purpose
Chapter 3 The Problem-Solving Cycle
Chapter 4 Effective Communication: Talking about Problem Solving
Chapter 5 Building Supportive Systems
Chapter 6 Constructive Policy

Editorial Reviews

This outstanding book is a must read for school leaders in all settings. It is clearly written, enormously useful, and rich in ideas and strategies. The reflective questions, activities, and concrete examples enhance the books usefulness to real school leaders. It is an outstanding book for anyone who faces complex problems—and that is all school leaders.

Kent Peterson