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Effective and Caring Leadership in the Early Years



December 2013 | 176 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd
This book introduces an intriguing juxtaposition of "caring" alongside "effective", and it is a thought-provoking book. Including examples of early years leaders on their own reflective learning journeys, it provides a rich source of ideas for relational leadership that are firmly based in research and professional experience.' 
- Professor Margaret Carr, University of Waikato, New Zealand

Effective and caring leadership is an essential part of raising standards and increasing the quality of learning in early childhood settings. This book explains leadership practices that can make a positive difference to the provision offered and improve outcomes for both children and families.

With theoretical, practical and research-informed perspectives, this book:
  • Uses case studies to provide examples of effective leadership
  • Integrates education and care with key practices in effective leadership
  • Explores directional, collaborative, empowering and pedagogical leadership
  • Offers readers opportunity to reflect upon their own leadership practices

This is a key text for anyone studying Early Childhood, existing and aspiring leaders, graduate Early Years Leaders and those training to work in settings, schools and children’s services.

Professor Iram Siraj is Professor of Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London.
Dr. Elaine Hallet is a Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London.
 

 
PART ONE: LEADERSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
 
Introduction
The Early Years Context

 
The Research Context

 
 
PART TWO: EFFECTIVE EARLY CHILDHOOD LEADERSHIP
 
Introduction
Directional Leadership: Developing A Shared Vision

 
Directional Leadership: Effective Communication

 
Collaborative Leadership: Promoting A Team Culture

 
Collaborative Leadership: Promoting Parental Collaboration

 
Empowering Leadership: Promoting Agency in Others

 
Empowering Leadership: The Process Of Change

 
Pedagogical Leadership: Leading Learning

 
Pedagogical Leadership: Leading Reflective Learning

 
 
PART THREE: REFLECTIVE LEADERSHIP
 
Introduction
Leadership Stories

 
 
REFERENCES
 
INDEX

'This book introduces an intriguing juxtaposition of "caring" alongside "effective", and it is a thought-provoking book. Including examples of early years leaders on their own reflective learning journeys, it provides a rich source of ideas for relational leadership that are firmly based in research and professional experience.'

Professor Margaret Carr
University of Waikato, New Zealand

This is an important text for anyone studying a course on Early Childhood, existing and aspiring leaders, graduate early years leaders and those training to work in settings, school, children's centres and children's  services.

Martine Horvath
Eye

An excellent and accessible overview of leadership in the Early Years

Dr louise Kay
School of Education, Sheffield University
September 16, 2019

Useful book for undergraduate early years students

Miss Lorna Wardle
School of Education, Nottingham Trent University
June 12, 2015

This is an easy to read text book that clearly explains every possible scenario associated with leadership in early years. it has some lovely case studies and questions for students and tutors to use to aid understanding of the issues.

Mr Denise Nannetti
Education (Stevenage), North Herts College
June 10, 2015

Highly recommend this author and she has not us down with this book either. The book has a clear layout with excellent case studies to support independent study.

Mrs Angela Mahon
Vocational Education , Manchester College of Arts & Techn.
June 4, 2015

Excellent reading material to support students through case studies on leadership challenges and dilemmas

Mrs Angela Mahon
Vocational Education , Manchester College of Arts & Techn.
May 20, 2015

Excellent - such a relevant and thought provoking perspective.

Mrs Sarah Barton
School of Education, Portsmouth University
May 19, 2015

This text was recommended for the module, 'Leadership and Management in the Early Years' as part of the FdA in Early Years. It provided the students the opportunity to explore the perspectives of EYPS contributing towards the LLEAP model of leadership in the early years. The text also discusses the different aspects of this model, which departs from traditional, masculine forms of leadership. Through this, readers are enabled to reflect upon how the authors' model is one that is appropriate for the early years.

Mrs Maria Meredith
Management and Education, South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
September 16, 2016

This text covers a range of interesting topics including Effective Leadership in the Early Years Sector.

Miss Jackie Sumner
Childhood & Youth Studies, Edge Hill University
March 27, 2015

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