Dr. Denver J. Fowler is an associate professor of educational leadership and policy studies and the associate dean of graduate and undergraduate studies at California State University, Bakersfield. He holds an Ed.D. with an emphasis in educational administration from Ohio University, an M.A. in education from Mount Vernon Nazarene University, and a B.S. in education from The Ohio State University. Dr. Sarah M. Jouganatos is a professor and the interim associate dean for instruction and student success in the College of Education at California State University - Sacramento. She holds an Ed.D. in educational leadership and policy studies from California State University - Sacramento. Dr. Virginia Araceli Feliz is an associate professor of graduate and professional studies in education and the interim director of the Doctorate in Educational Leadership Program at California State University - Sacramento. She holds an Ed.D. with an emphasis in organizational change and leadership from the University of Southern California.
Leadership: Theories, Styles, and Approaches in Education explores the processes and strategies that effective leaders in educational settings employ to guide stakeholders and navigate the challenges inherent in contemporary schools. With the focused objectives of sustainability and accountability, the text identifies various theories and models of leadership as tools to foster an environment conducive to learning and inclusiveness. The book details several leadership styles, demonstrating how they intersect with the essentials of ethical leadership practice and help to cultivate a culture that fosters equitable and inclusive education. Emphasis is placed on transformational, authentic, and servant leadership, alongside explorations of culturally relevant and adaptive leadership models. The narrative emphasizes collaborative and shared leadership approaches that endeavor to involve all stakeholders equally in the decision-making process. Leadership is ideal for courses that cover educational leadership, ethics, and community involvement. Its theoretical frameworks and application cases equip aspiring educational leaders and administrators with the knowledge required to navigate the complexities of leadership in diverse educational environments.