LibGuides: M Ed on Educational Leadership and School Improvement (ELSI): ELSI4: Leading Innovation, Change, and AI for learning

Books

Building Learning Capacity in an Age of Uncertainty by James A. Bailey
ISBN: 9781003144847

Publication Date: 2021-05-19

In an increasingly complex context of global pandemic, economic uncertainty, increased racial inequities, and a climate crisis, this practical guide for school leaders explores how capacity as learning at the individual, team, and organizational level can help schools become more agile and adaptive. Author James A. Bailey unpacks a new model of capacity building that combines learning process, leadership mindsets, and skills to enhance learning. This research-based book includes a "Diagnostic for School Learning Capacity" and "Team Considerations" to help school leaders and their teams launch further discussions and advance learning in their contexts. The tools in this timely book are designed to help school leaders handle the increasing volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous world in which schools now exist.
Leading in the Age of Innovations by Lenka Theodoulides; Gabriela Kormancová
ISBN: 9780815379034

Publication Date: 2019-01-01

Leading in the Age of Innovations centres on the need for a more complex process-relational oriented approach to leadership. The complexity of leadership has grown significantly during the 21st century where the need to adapt to the escalating changes in our society and workplace forms one of the most important prerequisites to succeed. Leading in the Age of Innovations represents the outcomes of the lengthy scientific work that was undertaken for the past 10 years and it is still an ongoing process. This book introduces a new concept of leadership based on the process and relational dimensions which resulted in the development of the Reflective Leadership concept. The new model of leadership provides a unique concept on how to bring together various disciplines and explains the overlapping relations between them.
Technology and Innovation in Learning, Teaching and Education by Arsénio Reis (Editor); João Barroso (Editor); J. Bernardino Lopes (Editor); Tassos Mikropoulos (Editor); Chih-Wen Fan (Editor)
Call Number: LB1028.3 .T43 2021

ISBN: 9783030739874

Publication Date: 2021-04-11

This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-conference proceedings of the Second International Conference on Technology and Innovation in Learning, Teaching and Education, TECH-EDU 2020, held in Vila Real, Portugal, in December 2020. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the conference was held in a fully virtual format. The 27 revised full papers along with 15 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 79 submissions...
Innovative School Leadership by Richards, G and Wheatley, C
ISBN: 9780367612153

Publication Date: 2022
Leading a School Culture of Learning by Jill Harland
ISBN: 9780367361143

Publication Date: 2020-11-01

This practical book is designed to help school leaders develop a sustainable culture of learning across the curriculum. It offers a personal insight into how one school embraced a range of dialogic and analytical tools to create an environment in which all stakeholders were inspired to evaluate and innovate. Each chapter tackles one piece of the 'jigsaw' that makes up a successful school environment, considering topics such as Attitudes for Learning, Coaching for Learning and Love of Learning. Utilising theory, case studies and activities, it illustrates how the reader can realistically and practically increase student attainment in their own school setting. This book will help leaders: Develop a supportive and encouraging leadership style that will create a cycle of self-improvement and self-efficacy for all Adapt the curriculum to focus on progress and engagement Use the Philosophy 4 Children strategies to promote deeper thinking and enquiry, increasing the rate of school improvement through a system of enquiry based staff professional development Using an inner-city primary school as a working example, this book will be a source of inspiration and encouragement for school leaders, teachers and school advisors looking to cultivate and embed a love of learning into their school.
Action Research, Innovation and Change by Thomas Stern (Editor); Andrew Townsend (Editor); Franz Rauch (Editor); Angela Schuster (Editor)
ISBN: 9780415712293

Publication Date: 2013-12-12

Action research continues to see a growth in interest both internationally and across disciplines. This book demonstrates the diversity in settings and focus for action research and provides a guide to its core aspiration: to achieve principled change. Written by authors from a range of countries and range of disciplines (including education, health care, palliative care, social work and community development), this book answers these key questions: How can action research be used to achieve principled change? How has action research been applied in various disciplines and in different countries? What can be learnt about the conduct of action research from these diverse settings? By means of detailed case studies of successful projects and discussions that challenge and raise theoretical questions, this book explores some of the contemporary cutting edge applications and conceptualisations of action research. Action research paves the way for the empowerment of people involved in social action, and the examples of successful change processes that are the core of this book will prove inspirational and provide practical advice. Written by a range of leading international researchers in the field, this book will define the future for action research for years to come.
Leadership for Teacher Learning: Creating a Culture Where All Teachers Improve So That All Students Succeed by Dylan Wiliam
ISBN: 9781941112595

Publication Date: 2015-10-15

Leading education authority Dylan Wiliam explains how formative assessment, when applied properly, helps to create a structured and rigorous learning environment that increases student achievement. He also presents compelling research to give readers a clear picture of: · Changes in classroom practice that are likely to increase learning · Differentiated instruction (DI) and response to intervention (RTI) · Group leadership's role in ensuring productive collaboration · Strategies to integrate formative assessment into teacher evaluation Wiliam also discusses why efforts to change classroom practice have been relatively unsuccessful--and explores specific classroom tactics that do tend to raise student achievement.
Leading Change in Teacher Education by Thuwayba Al Barwani (Editor); Maria Assunção Flores (Editor); David Imig (Editor)
ISBN: 9780429459122

Publication Date: 2018-12-12

The international attempt to expand schooling despite dealing with an insufficient number of trained teachers has placed significant pressure on teacher education. Continued effort to change all aspects of teacher education, including ways of learning, methods of practice, institution interaction and assessment of teaching ability, in order to fulfil the desire to offer inclusive and equitable teaching for all, is a serious consideration. In response to this increased attention on cross-national campaigns, Leading Change in Teacher Education features discussions covering what has been done, how and why the change has happened, the journey itself and the challenges encountered along the way, alongside contributions from international academics who share their reflections and suggestions for a way forward, despite a global shortage of teachers. Strategies surrounding the design and delivery of education now centre on improving how teachers are prepared, supported and evaluated. Leading Change in Teacher Education captures the stories of international change leaders by: Providing details of both the successes and challenges faced Presenting innovative practices in teacher education from around the world Describing the strategies put in place to ensure that teacher education is developing The topics discussed are relevant for educators, policymakers and international organizations involved in the design and implementation of programmes in teacher education. Leading Change in Teacher Education is also an invaluable resource for those looking to increase the changes occurring within teacher education.

Critical Article Review assessment Readings

Course Resources

Week 1

Introduction to the course

Leading Through Times of Change

Clarifying change
Principles of change
Overcoming change barrier
Evolution of change: complexity theory
Emirati values, character and culture (EVCC)
Inclusion (INC)

Required Readings

Bailey, J. A. (2021). Building learning capacity in an age of uncertainty: Leading an agile and adaptive school (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003144847 (Chapter 1- Complexity, Agility, and Capacity)
Morrison, K. (2010). Complexity theory, school leadership and management: Questions for theory and practice. Educational Management Administration & Leadership, 38(3), 374-393. https://doi.org/10.1177/1741143209359711

Recommended Readings

Theodoulides, L., Kormancová, G., Cole,D.(2019). Leading in the age of innovation: Change of values and approaches. Routledge. (Part Three)
Burner T. (2018). Why is educational change so difficult and how can we make it more effective?. Forskning og Forandring, 1(1), 122–134. https://doi.org/10.23865/fof.v1.1081
Samuels, A. J. (2020). Exploring culturally responsive pedagogy: Teachers’ perspectives on fostering equitable and inclusive classrooms. SRATE Journal, 27(1), 22–30. https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1166706

Week 2

Advanced leadership models for building Learning Capacity in an Age of Uncertainty: Inclusive leadership (INC), distributed leadership, Agility Leadership:

Understanding Advanced leadership Models
Empowerment in leadership

Creating Capacity Building Culture and Institutional Environment for Change
Emirati values, character and culture (EVCC)
Inclusion (INC)

Required Reading

Bailey, J. A. (2021). Building learning capacity in an age of uncertainty: Leading an agile and adaptive school (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003144847 (Chapter 1- Complexity, Agility, and Capacity)
Bailey, J. A. (2021). Building learning capacity in an age of uncertainty: Leading an agile and adaptive school (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003144847 (Chapte 2- A New Model of Capacity for Learning)

Recommended Reading

Sasson,I., Grinshtain,Y., Ayali, T. & Yehuda,I. (2022): Leading the school change: The relationships between distributed leadership, resistance to change, and pedagogical practices. International Journal of Leadership in Education. https://doi.org/10.1080/13603124.2022.2068187
Theodoulides, L., Kormancová, G., & Cole, D. (2019). Leading in the age of innovations: Change of values and approaches. Routledge.(Chapter 1: Emerging Trends in Leadership)

Week 3

Leadership and Innovation in schools

Innovation in education
Inspiring and nurturing a culture of innovation in the school
Challenges for the culture of innovation

Educating for global competence

Mapping the global innovation landscape in education
Focus on (AI) driven innovation, change practices in schools.

Required Reading

Stewart, D. S. (2022). “An overwhelming, scrutinised, roller coaster experience – I love it!": New headteachers’ first 100 days”. In Richards, G., Wheatley, C.(Eds), Innovative school leadership-transforming practices (pp. 11-21 ). Routledge.
OECD. (2016). Innovating education and educating for innovation, the power of digital technologies and skills. Educational Research and Innovation. Innovating Education and Educating for Innovation: The Power of Digital Technologies and Skills | en | OECD

(Chapter 1- The innovation imperative in education)

Holon IQ. (2018). 2021 Global learning landscape: An open-source taxonomy for the future of education. Mapping the learning and talent innovation landscape. https://www.globallearninglandscape.org/

Recommended Reading

Fındıkoğlu, F. , İlhan,D. (2016). Realization of a desired future: Innovation in education. Universal Journal of Educational Research, 4(11): 2574-2580, 2016. https://doi.org/10.13189/ujer.2016.041110
Harland, J. (2020). Leading a school culture of learning: How to improve attainment, progress and wellbeing. Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780429343889 (chapter 2- attitudes for learning & 3- Skills for Learning)Innovation

Week 4

School Self-Evaluation Framework for Learning

Formative Assessment for School Innovation Readiness: Defining School Goals, Defining Current Goals and Identifying Gaps between Current and Desired Goals, Diagnosing the root cause and acting innovatively
School Self-Evaluation of readiness for innovation and change)

Innovation in Education Through Action Research

Required Reading

Tyunnikov, Y. (2016). Interrelation of evaluation and self-evaluation in the diagnostic procedures to assess teachers’ readiness for innovation. European Journal of Contemporary Education, 16(2). https://doi.org/10.13187/ejced.2016.16.248
Wiliam, D. (2016). Leadership [for] teacher learning: Creating a culture where all teachers improve so that all students succeed. Learning Sciences International. ( Chapters Why We Need to Raise Students’ Achievement, what Has been Tried ans Why it Has Not worked )

Recommended Reading

Stern, T., Townsend, A., Rauch, F., & Schuster, A. (Eds.). (2013). Action research, innovation and change : International perspectives across disciplines. Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315851563

(Chapter 1- From Micro to macro Politics: AR as a Driving Force for Change.)

Government of Dubai (2015-16). School self-evaluation form for improvement planning A resource for schools. KHDA.

Week 5

AI Foundations for School Improvement- Co-teaching

Introduction to AI in education
Demystifying AI: Concepts, myths, and implications for school improvement
Ethical and responsible AI leadership (bias, privacy, equity)
Aligning AI with UAE national education goals and values
Class Activity: Scenario-based leadership analysis
Students explore leadership cases involving AI-driven innovations and reflect on strategic and ethical implications.

Required Reading

Göçen, Ahmet & Döğer, Mehmet Fatih. (2025). A global perspective on artificial intelligence in educational leadership. The Journal of Educational Research. 1-19. 10.1080/00220671.2025.2510397.
Hagag, Ahlam & Elnaggar, Mohamed & Sharaf, Rasha. (2023). A Proposed Artificial Intelligence-Based System for Developing E-management Skills in Saudi Primary Schools. European Scientific Journal, ESJ. 19. 111. 10.19044/esj.2023.v19n11p111.

Recommended Reading

Reis,Y., Barroso, J., Lopes,J. , Mikropoulos,T., Fan,Ch.(2021). Technology and innovation in learning, teaching and education: Second international conference, TECH-EDU 2020, Vila Real, Portugal, December 2–4, ... in Computer and Information Science. Springer.

Week 6

AI Tools for School Leaders – Data & Monitoring- Co-teaching

AI Data Lab for School Improvement

Required Readings

Donnie Adams & Pauline Thompson (2025) Transforming School Leadership with Artificial Intelligence: Applications, Implications, and Future Directions, Leadership and Policy in Schools, 24(1), 77-89, DOI: 10.1080/15700763.2024.2411295
Ajuwon, O. A., Animashaun, E. S., & Chiekezie, N. R. (2024). Integrating AI and technology in educational administration: Improving efficiency and educational quality. Open Access Research Journal of Science and Technology, 11(2), 116–127. https://doi.org/10.53022/oarjst.2024.11.2.0102

Recommended Reading

Lackéus, M. (2015). Entrepreneurship in education: What, why, when, how. OECD. https://www.oecd.org/cfe/leed/BGP_Entrepreneurship-in-Education.pdf

Week 7

AI for Instruction – Leading Teacher Capacity Building- Co-teaching

Required Readings

Tomaskinova, J., & Tomaskin, J. (2024). Unlocking the future of education: Empowering educators with AI by overcoming professional development challenges. In L. G. Chova., C. G. Martínez & J. Lees (Eds.) ICERI2024 Proceedings (pp. 10633-10642). IATED. https://doi.org/10.21125/iceri.2024.2759
Shezad, F., Goswami, R., Shaheen, A., & Khan, I. (2025). AI in teacher training and professional development: A tool for continuous learning and skill enhancement. Review of Education, Administration & Law, 8(1), 179-191. https://doi.org/10.47067/real.v8i1.416

Recommended Reading:

Brauckmann-Sajkiewicz, S., & Pashiardis, P. (2022). Entrepreneurial leadership in schools: Linking creativity with accountability. International Journal of Leadership in Education, 25(5), 787–801. https://doi.org/10.1080/13603124.2020.1804624

Week 8

Innovation and Change Management

A Review of Innovation and Change Management
Relationship between Innovation and Change Management
Implementing Innovations, Ensuring Sustainability and Engaging Staff
Innovative Behavior

Required Readings:

Bucciarelli, L. (2015). A review of innovation and change management: stage model and power influences. Universal Journal of Management, 3(1), 36-42. https://doi.org/10.13189/ujm.2015.030106

Agbim, K. C., Oriarewo, G. O., & Omattah, A. E. (2013). An exploratory study of the relationship between innovation and change management. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 3(6), 1-7. https://www.ijsrp.org/research-paper-0613/ijsrp-p1899.pdf

Recommended Readings:

Chychun, V., Grechanyk, O., Khliebnikova, T., Temchenko,O., and Kravchenko, H. (2023) Change Management Models and Methods: Implementing Innovations, Ensuring Sustainability and Engaging Staff. Economic Affairs, 68(04), 2249-2261. https://doi.org /10.46852/0424-2513.4.2023.33

Sung, W., & Kim, C. (2021). A study on the effect of change management on organizational Innovation: Focusing on the mediating effect of members’ innovative behavior. Sustainability, 13(4), 2079. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13042079

Week 9

Leading schools and networks of schools as inclusive and accountable learning organizations

Innovative Pedagogies and Learning Communities
Innovative Approach to the Formation and Sustainability of a Learning Community
Emirati values, character and culture (EVCC)

Required Readings:

Bailey, J. A. (2021). Building learning capacity in an age of uncertainty: Leading an agile and adaptive school (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003144847

(Chapter 3- Capacity as Organizational Learning Processes)

Brazer, S.D., Bauer, S.C., & Johnson, Jr., B.L. (2018). Leading schools to learn, grow, and thrive: Using theory to strengthen practice. Routledge. (Chapter 6- Organizational Learning)
Kools, M. & Stoll L. (2016), “What Makes a School a Learning Organisation?”.OECD. Education Working Papers, No. 137, OECD Publishing. http://dx.doi.org/10.1787/5jlwm62b3bvh-en

Recommended Readings:

Harris, A., & Jones, M. (2018). Leading schools as learning organizations. School Leadership & Management, 38(4), 351–354. https://doi.org/10.1080/13632434.2018.1483553
Alkrdem, M. (2020). Contemporary educational leadership and its role in converting traditional schools into professional learning communities. International Journal of Educational Leadership and Management, 8(2), 144–171. https://doi.org/10.17583/ijelm.2020.4298

Week 10

Leading Teachers Learning and Leadership (TLL)

Teacher quality: why it matters, what it is and How to get more of it
Teacher quality vs. Teaching quality
Improving Teacher Quality
Changing Teachers’ Habits
Focus on (AI) driven innovation and change practices in schools.

Required Reading:

Wiliam, D. (2016). Leadership [for] teacher learning: Creating a culture where all teachers improve so that all students succeed. Learning Sciences International.

( Chapters 2-Teacher quality and 6-Teacher Learning)

Recommended Reading:

Al Barwani, T., Assunção Flores, M., & Imig, D. (Eds.). (2018). Leading change in teacher education: Lessons from countries and education leaders around the globe (1st ed.). Routledge.

(Chapters 10 and 15)

Week 11

Leading teacher leadership for change and innovation

Building Collective Capacity for Change
Building Teachers’ Capacity for Change
Unleashing the power of Journey stories
Emirati values, character and culture (EVCC)

Required Readings:

Bailey, J. A. (2021). Building learning capacity in an age of uncertainty: Leading an agile and adaptive school (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003144847 (Chapters 5- Capacity as Individual Skills and Beliefs and 7- Leading for Capacity Development)
Harland, J. (2020). Leading a school culture of learning: How to improve attainment, progress and wellbeing. Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780429343889 (chapter 2- attitudes for learning)

Montonen, T., & Eriksson, P. (2013). Teaching and learning innovation practice: A case study from Finland. International Journal of Human Resources Development and Management, 13(2/3), 107. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJHRDM.2013.055412.

Recommended Reading:

Al Barwani, T., Assunção Flores, M., & Imig, D. (Eds.). (2018). Leading change in teacher education: Lessons from countries and education leaders around the globe (1st ed.). Routledge. (Chapters 10 and 15)

M Ed on Educational Leadership and School Improvement (ELSI): ELSI4: Leading Innovation, Change, and AI for learning

Course Description

Books

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