In the epicenter of the political strife in South Africa is former African National Congress (ANC) leader Nelson Mandela. The ANC is considered to be the leading source of opposition to white rule in South Africa, and Mandela is one of the most revered and powerful figures to emerge from that organization. Incarcerated for over 25 years on charges…

Given that principals play a role in setting school climate, this paper focuses on how this actually happens. First, the paper explores different criteria and variables as possible frameworks for defining the term "climate." This task is complicated by problems in identifying consensus findings due to weak variable definitions and lack…

Leadership in higher education is considered from the perspective of its symbolic dimensions. Results of a study of presidential perceptions of leadership are also examined in order to uncover the symbolic forms that leaders use to accomplish their goals. Organizational symbolism and interpretations of leadership are considered. Topics include:…

This short story illustrates some of the potential pitfalls that face a former teacher when he suddenly becomes an administrator. (JG)

Using a "management opinionnaire," researchers surveyed 164 local school superintendents in the state of Mississippi to determine their preferred styles of leadership. The questionnaire requested demographic information and measured the superintendents' degree of accordance with 27 statements concerning the role of an administrator.…

This paper discusses observations found upon examining district management styles (autocratic vs. democratic) in evaluation offices and evaluation management levels (federal, state, and local) in relationship to the creativity and effectiveness of internal evaluators and usefulness of feedback information to the school site. (Author)

The purpose of this study was to determine whether any relationship exists between (1) the leader behavior of biology teachers and the present biology curriculum practices and (2) the leader behavior of principals and the present biology curriculum practices. The study was conducted in 30 secondary schools in Oklahoma. The Leader Behavior…

Empirical research shows good managers are motivated by a need for power, tempered by maturity and self-control. Workshops can help a manager discover whether he has the correct motivation profile and can help him become a better manager. (JG)

A management consultant discusses distinctions between management and leadership and between style and behavior, and cites some theories of leadership style and behavior. (MF)

Suggests that the principal must develop the leadership style of a facilitator to allow each teacher to reach an optimal level of efficiency. (Editor/RK)

Considers the extent to which perceptions of variety of leader behavior are related to subordinate affective responses and experienced psychological states in two samples, one composed of policemen and the other of manufacturing operatives. (Author/RK)

Three studies of school superintendents demonstrate the relationship between leadership styles and organizational culture. When these findings are compared and contrasted they show that persons with three distinct leadership styles--charismatic, intentional and symbolic--used different means to induce organizational change but educational equity…

Examines some of the issues that arise for women as they learn to use their power effectively while competing for leadership in male-dominated organizations and outlines six styles of power and principles for using these strategies appropriately. (CLB)

Presents a model of how clients are helped in group counseling. Integrates the concepts of group therapeutic components and group developmental stages. Discusses leader behaviors that promote the action of the therapeutic components. Describes group interaction and leader behavior at each of five group stages and at termination. (Author/ABB)

As superintendent of the Portland (Oregon) Public Schools, Matthew Prophet is applying military management strategies to the city's schools and appears to be winning the battle for effective urban education. Prophet's talents lie in decentralized management techniques, a participatory approach to budgeting, and aggressive pursuit of…