Postulates an alternative mode of conceiving organizational structure with educational administration as an illustration. The implications for the concepts of power, authority, and leadership are examined as well as those for administrative status. (Author)

Purpose: The purpose of this research study was to examine the role perceptions of superintendents and their supervisors in Palestine regarding the roles and training needs of superintendents. It was part of a larger study conducted by the Department of Administration and Educational Leadership at Teachers College, Columbia University.…