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School Governors: Being strategic
Why are schools in the UK run by school governors? This unit...
Why are schools in the UK run by school governors? This unit will examine how the role has developed and the main tasks and responsibilities that exist today. We will also look at the need for self-evaluation and how the setting of a clear strategic direction can help governors achieve the required targets.
The learning outcomes for this unit are:
- To briefly explain the history and development of school governance.
- To explore the role of the governing body in the strategic leadership of schools.
- To familiarise governors with their statutory responsibilities.
- To explain the work of governors as partners with the headteacher in the strategic management of their schools.
- Duration: 10 hours
- Published on: Wednesday 27th July 2011
- Level: Intermediate
- Posted under: Educational Practice
School Governors: being strategic
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Why are schools in the UK run by school governors? This unit will examine how the role has developed and the main tasks and responsibilities that exist today. We will also look at the need for self-evaluation and how the setting of a clear strategic direction can help governors achieve the required targets.
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