As international schools continue to expand and evolve, leaders in these unique educational settings face a range of distinct challenges. Navigating diverse cultural contexts, managing curriculum differences, and meeting varying stakeholder expectations require innovative leadership strategies. Addressing these issues is essential for fostering a cohesive and inclusive learning environment that adapts to the rapidly changing global education landscape.

Issues and Trends in International School Leadership delves deep into the multifaceted challenges, evolving developments, and emerging paradigms in leadership within the context of international schools. By synthesizing research findings, practical experiences, and innovative strategies, this book contributes to the advancement of knowledge and best practices in this crucial field. Covering topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), K-12 education, and teacher leadership, this book is an excellent resource for researchers, academicians, practicing school leaders, administrators, educators, policymakers, government officials, graduate students, and more.

Coverage:

The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
College Rankings
College Readiness
Finance
High School Curriculum
Instructional Coaching
International Schools
K-12 Education
Middle Leadership
School Leadership
Service Leadership
Teacher Empowerment
Teacher Leadership

Table of Contents

Search this Book:

Reset

Editor/Author Biographies

Megel R. Barker , with 28 years of educational experience, is a distinguished leader in international education. Currently serving as the Head of Middle School at TASIS England, his career reflects a commitment to innovation and excellence. Born in Jamaica, Megel began his journey in International Education as a mathematics teacher and IGCSE coordinator at AL Sahwa Schools in Muscat. His passion for education transcended borders, leading him to become the Middle School Principal at ABA Oman International School. During this time, he also served as the Middle Years Programme (MYP) coordinator for six years. He currently reviews books for Corwin Publishing, serves as an assessor for the NPQH qualification and is an AAIE Fellow. He is also the creator of the podcast: Your Book, Your Story which provides a platform for newly published authors to share their experiences. Megel's academic achievements include a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, and his research on the impact of COVID-19 on middle leaders underscores his dedication to the field. He has presented at global conferences, sharing insights on student agency and ethical leadership. As an ASCD Ambassador for Oman, he promoted collaboration in education. He is currently the Chief Academic Officer at Education Solutions International, a philanthropic organisation providing professional development of teachers in Jamaica, founder of Embark Research. Outside his career, Megel is a father of four, a scrabble enthusiast, and a lifelong learner. Megel Barker's leadership and commitment to education inspire positive change on a global scale.

Liam Hammer is an experienced and highly accomplished educator with education qualifications from institutions in the UK, Australia and the USA. He boasts over 25 years of international teaching and leadership experience across several continents using the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE), and the International Primary (IPC) and International Middle Years Curricula (IMYC). Currently Liam is the Head of School at the International School of Lusaka in Zambia. He is also an examiner, curriculum writer, and workshop leader for the IB and does school authorization visits for the IB, Council of International Schools (CIS) and New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). His research interests center around the structural inequities in international education and he has presented at a number of conferences on the issue of split salaries on the basis of passports. Outside of education Liam enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and playing golf.

Archiving

All IGI Global Scientific Publishing content is archived via the CLOCKSS and LOCKSS initiative. Additionally, all IGI Global Scientific Publishing published content is available in the IGI Global Scientific Publishing InfoSci^® platform.