In recent years, doctoral programs in education leadership have been subject to notable criticism and proposals for reform. Starting with a synthesis of this criticism, this article focuses on the two primary constituencies--university faculty members who teach in such programs, and school superintendents, who are the leading practitioners such…

Are teacher salaries related to school quality in terms of student academic achievement and teacher retention? Are teacher salaries important factors influencing teacher job satisfaction? Is teacher job satisfaction related to retention? This research addressed these questions using international and national data. First, the literature will be…

This article shares one educational leadership program's experiences with the use of student portfolios to assist in assessment of the program's effectiveness in preparing aspiring school principals. The authors begin with a discussion of market pressures for program reforms, which include the use of student portfolios for student assessment.…

The purpose of this article is to describe how two partnering organizations, the College of Education at the University of Missouri-Columbia and the Independence School District, experienced a successful partnership leading to simultaneous renewal. A demonstration of this successful partnership is described not by student achievement outcomes or…

The author reviews the literature on articulation that addresses dialog across faculties and staffs. He also proposes a format that can contribute to improved communication between the junior and senior high school. (CH)

The author develops a model for adult cognitive development useful for providers of lifelong education. The model is based on a framework relating the receiving of information to gaining knowledge, leading to wisdom. (CH)

The author reviews the literature on sex equity, especially as it pertains to education. She demonstrates that a nonracist approach to sex equity has emerged, but is not yet in universal use. (CH)

The author reviews the literature on Black females, focusing on their educational experiences. Topics discussed are (1) influences on Black females, (2) desegregated learning environments, (3) relationships with teachers, (4) teacher perceptions and academic achievement, (5) Black females' perceptions, and (6) implications for teacher educators.…

Discusses myths about merit pay for teachers: (1) teachers are in favor of it; (2) it motivates; (3) it will persuade qualified people to enter and stay in teaching; (4) it promotes competition and therefore excellence; and (5) motivating teachers is a simple matter of offering an extrinsic reward. (JOW)