Learn what effective headteachers do to influence, motivate, and empower teachers entirely from the teachers' perspective.



Based on an in-depth study in which teachers detail the strategies extraordinary principals used to help them become more effective in the classroom. This second edition incorporates the most up-to-date literature, keeping the core study timely and provocative. Easy-to-follow guidelines are included in each chapter.





Strategies and related practices illustrate how to:





o Use the power of praise


o Influence by expecting and involving


o Encourage professional autonomy


o Lead by standing behind


o Suggest rather than direct


o Use formal authority positively





This book is a must-have resource for any practising or aspiring headteacher.