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Student Name: Debra Perry Student Email: dneal@pcva.us

Book's Title: Practicing the Art of Leadership: A Problem-based Approach to Implementing the ISLLC Standards Book's Author: Green Location on Site: Home > Decision Making: Quality and Acceptance > Deepening Your Understanding > The Requested Change

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Submitted on November 7, 2009 at 9:00 PM (EST)

--- Question 1

Based upon your understanding of the circumstances under which various decision-making approaches are used, which of the following approaches would you suggest Mr. Miller employ to ensure decision acceptance and quality?

Correct: Utilize a structured approach that is focused on specific objectives designed to achieve a desired outcome.

--- Question 2

In reaching a decision on the issue, Mr. Miller could demonstrate that he is committed to achieving the greatest good for the total school if he:

Correct: Shared the concern with the faculty and other parents in the district in an effort to collect information that would enable him to reach the best decision possible.

--- Question 3

If Mr. Miller wanted to extensively explore the range of views on the key issue in the scenario, which of the following actions might best serve his purpose?

Correct: Hold a formal meeting including both parent groups, present critical information on the pros and cons of the issue, allow time for each group to analyze and debate the merits of their position and provide feedback.

--- Question 4

Evaluating Mr. Miller's activities from the teaching and learning point of view, which of the following factors should influence the involvement or exclusion of teachers?

Correct: The issue is in the zone of concern of teachers, and any decision alternative selected in one way or another will affect them.

--- Question 5

Which of the following would be a viable explanation for Mr. Miller wanting to use the Delphi Technique in reaching a final decision?

Correct: To frame the problem; allow various groups inside and outside the district to give expert opinions; allow individuals supporting both parent groups to raise questions; and then summarize the results.

Student Name: Debra Perry Student Email: dneal@pcva.us

Book's Title: Practicing the Art of Leadership: A Problem-based Approach to Implementing the ISLLC Standards Book's Author: Green Location on Site: Home > Decision Making: Quality and Acceptance > Deepening Your Understanding > Retaining the Student Recognition Progra

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Submitted on November 7, 2009 at 9:08 PM (EST)

--- Question 1

Which of the following would you identify as the critical factor influencing the need to hold a review of the student recognition program?

Correct: Efforts to reach a primary goal at Overfield generated secondary issues, which motivated action by the principal.

--- Question 2

Which of the following best explains the reason for the reversal of the success rate of the student recognition program?

Correct: The absence of a formative and summative evaluation component in the plan, suggesting that additional expertise on the original committee would have been helpful.

--- Question 3

When assessing the issue from the viewpoint of motivating faculty creativity, the most critical factor to be considered by Principal Jones in the selection of a decision-making approach was:

Correct: The inclusion of stakeholders in the decision-making process, which would ensure decision fairness, quality, and acceptance.

--- Question 4

In bringing about change in the student recognition program, which of the following actions would likely produce the most effective results?

Correct: Engage the entire faculty in a partnership for the purpose of finding a solution to the challenges the current program has posed.

--- Question 5

When one considers the dynamics and the inner workings of the social system at Overfield High School, good judgment dictates that Principal Jones should have:

Correct: Taken the action that he took, become a member of the group, and participated in the development of decision alternatives.

Student Name: Debra Perry Student Email: dneal@pcva.us

Book's Title: Practicing the Art of Leadership: A Problem-based Approach to Implementing the ISLLC Standards Book's Author: Green Location on Site: Home > Decision Making: Quality and Acceptance > Practice ISLLC Examination

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Submitted on November 7, 2009 at 9:17 PM (EST)

--- Question 1

Mrs. Inkster, principal of Frost Elementary School, was very concerned that some faculty members were voicing negative statements concerning other faculty members in the school. She was also concerned with the practices that these faculty members used when handling grades, administering tests, and collecting school funds. Which of the following actions would you recommend for her to take in addressing these concerns?

Correct: Realizing that unethical conduct induces strained relations, she should hold a series of professional development meetings using activities that would influence the faculty to give consideration to the biases, values, interests, and beliefs that they bring to the decision-making process.

--- Question 2

In a conversation with a group of parents, Mr. Cooper advised them that, over the years, the purpose of education has undergone several changes. Currently the purpose of education is to prepare students to live and work in a social and political democracy. The parents did not agree with Mr. Cooper and offered another purpose. Mr. Cooper held firmly to his position and advised the parents that his stated purpose would underpin the school's instructional program. Do you agree with Mr. Cooper? Which of the following positions would you have taken?

Correct: I would support the position taken by Mr. Cooper based on the fact that contemporary literature suggests that he is correct.

--- Question 3

In discussing the achievement scores of her fourth grade students with parents, Ms. White advised them that her students were not scoring well because of the teaching methods used by the third grade teachers. When the principal became aware of her statements, she gave the teacher a written reprimand. In taking such action, the principal is likely attempting to:

Correct: Address any one of the suggested responses, as all of them are appropriate actions for a principal to take in a situation of this nature.

--- Question 4

Early in his teaching career, Mr. Green had an encounter with the teacher's union that influenced his transfer from a position in a school that he enjoyed very much to one in another school that was very problematic. Since becoming principal, he has had very little interaction with the school's union representative. In fact, he seldom, speaks with her as he directs all of her assignments and activities through the assistant principal. A number of other faculty members have observed this behavior and have begun to discuss it among themselves. Regarding the behavior of Mr. Green, what are the issues in question?

Correct: The fundamental question relates to the leader's understanding of self, character, and fair process. A school leader should know his/her own values, those of the community, and the ethical principles guiding action taken as a consequence of holding certain values.

--- Question 5

Mr. Wallace, principal of Jobe High School, attended a conference with the superintendent where he received information concerning one of the teachers at Jobe. The superintendent advised him that for the past three years, the teacher's students had scored unusually high on the grade-to-grade promotion examination, and it had been reported to him that her high scores were due to questionable testing practices. The superintendent asked Mr. Wallace to look into the matter and to take appropriate action. The concern of Mr. Wallace necessarily has to be:

Correct: Taking action in a manner that brings ethical principles into the decision-making process and protects the rights and confidentially of students and faculty.

--- Question 6

After reviewing a directive from the superintendent that required all principals to develop a plan to enhance respect and appreciation for diversity in the district's schools, Mr. Romaner, principal at Oven High School, approached you for some ideas to include in his initial discussion with his faculty. The advice you provided was to suggest to the faculty that they consider the values of a diverse school community because:

Correct: The interaction of people, the language they use, the traditions they uphold, and the beliefs to which they subscribe make up the culture of the local school. All of these cultural variables must be addressed in the curriculum.