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Culturally proficient leadership : the personal journey begins within
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Thousand Oaks, CA : Corwin Press, 2009
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xviii, 171 p. ; 26 cm.
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9781412969178
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30000010198496 LC1099.3 T47 2009 Open Access Book Book
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′The authors′ masterful developmental process leads you to a place of social responsibility, which is so critical for the mosaic that defines education today. From parents to superintendents, everyone connected to schools needs to take this journey.′ùRosemary Papa, Del and Jewell Lewis Chair of Learner-Centered LeadershipNorthern Arizona University′Provides an opportunity for individual reflection as opposed to a more social network of exploration. The idea of a cultural autobiography is compelling and necessary for people to truly extend their journey of understanding themselves and others.′ùDenise Seguine, Chief Academic OfficerWichita Public Schools, KSGain the personal insight you need to promote equity in your school!With schools becoming increasingly diverse, educational leaders are finding that cultural proficiencyùthe ability to understand and respect studentsÆ cultural dignityùis a crucial component of developing high-performing schools. Culturally Proficient Leadership provides a step-by-step approach for creating a cultural autobiography to help educators reflect on their underlying beliefs, assumptions, and backgrounds. Written by highly respected experts in education and diversity, this interactive resource:Addresses a broad range of differences relevant to today′s schools, including race, ethnicity, national origin, language, gender, social class, sexual orientation, faith, and abilityFeatures compelling first-person narratives from the authors′ own cross-cultural journeysIncludes reflective questions and prompts to guide readers in examining how their cultural experiences influence their leadership practiceBy embarking on a journey of self-discovery, leaders at all levels can develop essential skills for communicating and collaborating across cultures.


Table of Contents

ForewordMichael E. Dantley
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Part I Leadership as an Informed Personal Perspective
Introduction
Prelude
1 The Leadership Journey Begins Within
2 The Cultural Proficiency Leadership Lens
3 Constructing Your Cultural Autobiography
Part II Knowing Ourselves
4 Responding to Issues Related to Race, Ethnicity, and National Origin
5 Responding to Issues Related to Language, Gender, and Social Class
6 Responding to Issues Related to Sexual Orientation, Faith, and Ableness
Part III Leading From an Ethical Framework
7 Culturally Competent and Proficient Leadership Actions
8 Educators and the Promise of Democracy
Appendix
Ray's Cultural Autobiography
Randy's Cultural Autobiography
References and Further Readings
Index