Although recent waves of educational reform have prophesied a pessimistic view of educational administration, this article offers evidence to the contrary. Projected vacancies in the professorate, educational administration, and teaching will offer qualified women and minority candidates increased opportunities. Nongraded instructional practices…

The major problem for principals using the outcomes-based paradigm is convincing teachers that outcomes are the appropriate criteria for judging effectiveness. Although risking teacher backlash, the principal as instructional leader has the opportunity to provide a climate where everyone is both a learner and a teacher. Includes five references.…