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9781412954433 Academic Inspection Copy
  • Making Sense of Social Networks in Schools

  • "It is refreshing to see a volume dedicated first and foremost to understanding and building human relationships in schools. By developing strong networks, schools can foster open systems committed to distributive leadership and exemplary academic outcomes." -Sharon Conley, Professor University of California, Santa Barbara Discover how to navigate your school's social networks to maximize communication and collaboration! Social networks reflect the usually invisible relationships that control the flow of information and power within a school. This compelling guide provides school leaders with an understanding of the real relationships within their schools and how to use their social savvy to promote school goals. This resource examines the types of social networks typically found in schools and provides samples of social network maps, steps for developing your own maps, and practical advice for managing social networks effectively. Learn how to leverage the power of: Task networks determined by work roles and organizational structure Friendship networks based on relationships between staff members Power networks that can influence opinions and resources Culture networks that can help unite staff By understanding the many relationships that contribute to a school's culture, leaders can cultivate innovative ideas, enhance teacher capacity, manage conflict, and get things done.
  • ISBN-13: 9781412954433 (Hardback)
  • Publisher: CORWIN PRESS, INC.
    Imprint: CORWIN PRESS, INC.
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  • Local release date: 17/12/2008
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  • Categories: Organization & management of education [JNK]
9781412954440 Academic Inspection Copy
  • Making Sense of Social Networks in Schools

  • Discover how social networks can foster learning communities and promote school improvement! Social networks reflect the usually invisible relationships that control the power and flow of information within a school. This resource for school leaders examines types of networks-related to tasks, friendships, power, and culture-and provides tools for maximizing networks' positive schoolwide influence. You will find: - Samples of social network maps that illustrate the relationships among players in various types of networks - Steps for developing your own social network maps using interviews, surveys, and data analysis - Strategies and practical advice for managing social networks in support of school goals
  • ISBN-13: 9781412954440 (Paperback)
  • Publisher: CORWIN PRESS, INC.
    Imprint: CORWIN PRESS, INC.
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  • Local release date: 03/12/2008
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  • Categories: Organization & management of education [JNK]
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