Effective Constructivist Leader: A Guide to the Successful Approaches

This book analyzes and synthesizes key elements of the most recent and dynamic emergent theory and practice of leadership—constructivist leadership. It presents the theory and practice in a down-to-earth, easy-to-read approach that removes fear and anxiety, using case studies revealing both the underlying philosophy and practical strategies both to teach and to lead constructivistically. Constructivist leadership is the most democratic form of leadership and can be used to reform schools to make them considerably more productive, effective, and healthy for kids and faculty, as the case studies demonstrate. Strategies are presented in pictorial, step-by-step, easy-to-follow diagrams. The book offers insights into the keys that make organizations and individuals tick and then to learn to use these insights in practical, constructive, and constructivist leadership approaches.

This book analyzes and synthesizes key elements of the most recent and dynamic emergent theory and practice of leadership—constructivist leadership. It presents the theory and practice in a down-to-earth, easy-to-read approach that removes fear and anxiety, using case studies revealing both the underlying philosophy and practical strategies both to teach and to lead constructivistically.

Arthur Shapiro is a professor of educational leadership at the University of South Florida in Tampa with considerable practical experience as a teacher, principal, director of secondary education, assistant superintendent and superintendent of schools K-12 in public, private, inner city, suburban, and rural settings.