ERIC Number: EJ1233449
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019-Dec
Pages: 16
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ISSN: EISSN-1555-4589
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Cultural Proficiency: The Missing Link to Student Learning
Journal of Cases in Educational Leadership, v22 n4 p99-114 Dec 2019
This case illustrates why school leaders must be culturally proficient to serve all students and lead effectively. I discuss one case in Ohio that is representative of many other American schools. In particular, I examine the cultural challenges educational leaders must commonly face. This case encourages administrators to participate in meaningful conversations with stakeholders to solve complex issues. The hope is to better understand how school leaders in diverse contexts can lead and embrace different cultures, beliefs, and norms. I also pose questions designed to prepare educational leaders for similar situations where they must address issues of culture.
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cultural Awareness, Instructional Leadership, Cultural Differences, Leadership Training, Beliefs, Behavior Standards, School Districts, High School Students, Principals, African American Students, Change Agents, Equal Education, Culturally Relevant Education, Power Structure, Masculinity, Femininity, Individualism, Collectivism, Teaching Methods, Barriers
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Ohio (Dayton)
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