Educational transformation and the hero's journey -- The philosopher's stone : what do we know about organizational renewal and educational transformation? -- Innocence lost : breakdown requires breakthrough -- Chaos and complexity this way come : confronting the dragon at the door and the serpent in the garden -- The heroic quest : the search for the grail, the jewel in the lotus, and Avalon -- Gurus and alliances : companions along the way -- Trials, tests, and initiations : staying the course -- Insight and trans
Summary
Discover how to apply the collective wisdom of heroic tales and mythology to the everyday process of school improvement. Real-life profiles of actual teachers and principals offer clear examples of how to use the heroic metaphor to sharpen your organization's planning and vision
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 181-185) and index
