Description
In the dynamic field of education, leaders confront unprecedented challenges necessitating effective crisis management and creative problem-solving skills. The Covid-19 pandemic has underscored the criticality of innovative approaches to educational leadership, enabling leaders to navigate uncertainty, adapt to rapid changes, and sustain educational institutions. Nevertheless, limited resources exist to guide leaders in the post-pandemic world, revealing a significant research gap. Promoting Crisis Management and Creative Problem-Solving Skills in Educational Leadership addresses this urgent issue by offering a comprehensive solution. Authored by renowned scholars and practitioners, this book presents a roadmap for reimagining educational leadership, equipping leaders with the necessary skills to thrive in challenging times. By exploring diverse perspectives and drawing from real-world experiences, the book empowers educational leaders to effectively manage crises, inspire stakeholders, and guide organizations toward success and sustainability.
By focusing on crisis management, innovative problem-solving strategies, and the development of essential leadership competencies, this book fills the void in the current literature. It not only provides insights into the distinctive challenges of the post-pandemic world but also offers practical guidance and actionable recommendations for leaders in educational settings. Scholars, policymakers, researchers, and practitioners who engage with this book will gain valuable knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of educational leadership, ensuring the continuous growth and enhancement of their institutions.
Author's/Editor's Biography
Afzal Sayed Munna (Ed.)
Afzal Sayed Munna
is a Doctoral Researcher (PhD in Education) at the University of Bath, and DProf at the University of Sunderland and currently working as a Digital Learning and Teaching Lead, Lecturer and Supervisor, Research Ethics Review Committee, at the University of Sunderland in London. Afzal also acted as an academic/programme Coordinator at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David London Campus. Afzal is also acting as a Programme & Module External Examiner at the University of Hertfordshire, Cardiff Metropolitan University and London Metropolitan University. He is also acting as a Mentor, at the University of Westminster and a Qualified Assessor, IQA, Lead IQA and EQA. Afzal also serves as an independent education oversight consultant and an entrepreneur by profession. Afzal holds a Qualified Teacher Status (QTLS), Chartered Manager Status (CMgr), Certified Management and Business Educator (CMBE), a Senior Fellow in the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), and a Member of the Society for Education and Training (SET), the British Educational Research Association (BERA) and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Afzal serve as an Academic Board Member at the University of Sunderland, Practitioner Advisory Group Member at the Society for Education and Training (SET), peer reviewer for Journal of Education (SAGE Publication) and sit in the editorial board of International Journal of Asian Education (IJAE) eISSN: 2722-8592, International Education and Culture Studies eISSN: 2766-6778, Gnosi: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Human Theory and Praxis eISSN: 2714-2485 and Asia-Pacific Journal of Educational Management Research (AJEMR).
Uzoechi Nwagbara (Ed.)
Uzoechi Nwagbara
teaches at the University of Sunderland in London and Visiting Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) at LSC, Visiting Professor, Coal City University, and Doctoral Advisor, University of the West of Scotland. He has published widely on CSR & management. He consults on management-related fields and reviews papers for journals. He is on the editorial boards of Journal of Sustainable Development in Africa, JPAS, & Africana. He is an academic & writer. He has his BA, MA, MSc (HRM), PhD (Management) & PG Cert/MA.
Yahaya Alhassan (Ed.)
Yahaya Alhassan
is a Principal Lecturer in Finance and Strategic Management at the University of Sunderland in London. He is also the Assistant Head of Academic Operations responsible for quality assurance and new program development. He is responsible for making sure our program development activities, teaching, learning and academic programs are fit for purpose and consistent with all University regulations and national subject benchmarks. He holds a PhD in Business Management from Anglia Ruskin University and MBA in Finance from the University of Sunderland. He is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA).