Suggestions drawn from research and theory on problem-solving and creative decision-making. (Author/MLF)

The expectancy theory model, a system using appropriate rewards for appropriate behavior, may be helpful to principals in motivating personnel. (Author/MLF)

A review of the nation's recent past and a call for emphasis on leadership and purpose in schools. (Author/MLF)

The situational leader combines the best of many theories by selecting theoretical constructs that will assist in making the proper decision at the opportune moment. (Author)

The effective administrator is one who has developed and implemented a personalized administrative theory. (Author)

This article focuses on one systematic design model--Planned Instructional Emphasis--and the principal's function in its use. In addition, some leadership strategies for use when implementing an instructional design model are outlined. (Author)

Describes models that will help principals to become more effective agents of change. (Author/MLF)

Secondary schools must provide for the continuation of student reading skill development. Some key concepts about reading instruction are outlined and an extensive resource list is provided. (Author/MLF)

The support of the principal is essential for a successful reading instruction program. Six suggestions are presented that principals can use to implement quality reading programs. (Author/MLF)

A format for translating evaluation theory into practice structures the material around a series of questions that can be addressed in any situation. (Author/MLF)

Guidelines and activities are presented for principals to consider as they initiate the preplanning phase for the self-study, an integral part of the accreditation process. (Author)

A description of the organizational structure of a system for districtwide organization of staff and a process for curriculum development, coordination, and evaluation. (Author/MLF)

Guidelines for teachers involved in curriculum development activities. (MLF)

Proposes replacing a large high school with three smaller educational units, one distinctly conservative in goals, methods, and disciplinary procedures; one distinctly liberal; and a third neutral facility. (Author/MLF)

Information on former students is required by state and federal laws and is necessary for administrators attempting to evaluate school programs. Some points to consider in organizing a follow-up program are presented. (Author/MLF)