Investigated the perspectives of those who took part in the New Math Movement of the 1950s and 1960s and the current NCTM reform movement. Interviewees delineated philosophical perspectives of their respective movements; reasons for its success, failure, or both; and their prognosis for the future of mathematics education. (Author/MKR)

In organizations that have adopted the "quality" prescription (empowerment, participation, teams), supervisors and workers are being trained to lead and facilitate team meetings. The effectiveness of work teams depends heavily on the effectiveness of the facilitator. (JOW)

Jarvis believes that the diversity of perspectives and understanding of leaders from other disciplines enriches adult/continuing education. Griffith argues that the leadership of outsiders perpetuates dependence on the clientele, media, and content of other disciplines. (SK)

Presents the story of Linda Chavez, a controversial conservative Hispanic, widely disliked because of her opposition to affirmative action assimilation advocacy, criticism to Puerto Ricans, affiliation to the Conservative Republican, and support of English as the official language of the United States. Mentions her book, "Out of the Barrio," which…

Leadership Enhancement for the Active Retired trains retirees for leadership roles by helping them gain motivation, confidence, and awareness of needs. Active retirees learn to focus their energy, time, skills, and interests on community leadership. (SK)

Examined effects of preparer (leader versus other personnel) and modality (group versus individual) on expectations about therapy, anxiety, group and individual functioning, and leader functioning in group therapy preparation program. Findings from 32 graduate students revealed that preparation can have positive effect on clients' beliefs,…

Explored projection in group counseling by examining relationship between college student group members' (n=118) interpersonal problems and their perception of group leader. Found that, during first 10 group sessions, overly dominant group members perceived group leaders as more dominant and overly cold group members perceived group leaders as…

Interviews with 27 of 34 older adults participating in Leadership Enhancement for the Active Retired found (1) a greater percentage of women were engaged in community leadership; (2) preretirement leadership roles did not predict postretirement leadership; and (3) leadership training must be relevant, experiential, and practical. (SK)

The NAEYC Spring Leadership Conference raised fundamental questions about the nature and scope of early childhood leadership in a changing world. Leaders in the field come from all parts of the education spectrum and each have valid contributions. They include those who lead programs or services, conceptual leaders, community leaders, advocacy and…

Qualitative data from five British secondary schools show that strong headteachers have similar, well-balanced leadership styles and strategies and are able to motivate staff and students. Poor leaders use a limited range of styles and strategies. Social context, internal politics, and external pressures constrain the leadership of headteachers.…

The conventional leader-follower concept implies that some are leaders and others are not. Leadership involves anyone and everyone who takes steps to move a community. Too many problems cannot be solved without an engaged community. (SK)

Presents the perspectives on commissioning and using evaluations of community-based agency leaders through interviews with four such leaders. Discusses respondents' needs and experiences in commissioning and using evaluations and their ideas about ideal evaluation products. (Author/SLD)

Sixty middle and senior managers were interviewed to determine characteristics of creative leadership. Four strategies emerged that enhance creative leadership: (1) focusing, (2) empowering, (3) transforming and (4) facilitating. Implications for educational leaders concern revitalizing the workplace and providing positive reinforcement. (Contains…

Starting the day early with a nutritious breakfast has long been a goal for time- and health-conscious school administrators. When Michael Jinks arrived in Warrensburg, Missouri, some 35 miles east of Kansas City, as the new superintendent 18 years ago, he discovered he was soon to be part of a great local tradition that made breakfast more than…

Leadership is a dangerous and difficult job with conflicts between responsibility and authority. Some political tips for surviving professionally as a successful leader are discussed.