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From Ivory Tower to Glass House : Strategies for Academic Leaders During Turbulent Times by Andrew Policano (2016, Trade Paperback)
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PublisherZepoli
ISBN-10099733620X
ISBN-139780997336207
eBay Product ID (ePID)25038427802
Product Key Features
Number of PagesXx, 312 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameFrom Ivory Tower to Glass House : Strategies for Academic Leaders During Turbulent Times
Publication Year2016
SubjectGeneral
TypeTextbook
AuthorAndrew Policano
Subject AreaEducation
FormatTrade Paperback
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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2016-902935
SynopsisJuxtaposed with global competition and technological innovations, established educational models are receiving closer scrutiny than ever before, and universities can no longer expect to receive unwavering support without accountability. Students, parents, and legislators, encountering the rising cost of tuition, expanding student debt, and an uncertain job market, are demanding access to a lower-cost, efficient, and practical education. If you are a prospective or current leader within the academic hierarchy, how can you improve the present system to better meet the needs of today's undergraduate while conducting research to address societal issues? In order to remain relevant, university administrations must become multidimensional, strategic thinkers with a strong grasp of finance, human resources, external relations, and the importance of fund-raising. Having a concrete understanding of these key elements will enable universities to become self-reliant as well as prepare core faculty members for the future. A must-read for anyone hoping to comprehend the difficulties and understand the responsibilities of those in institutional management positions, From Ivory Tower to Glass House presents a clear picture of where we were, where we are, and where we need to be during this challenging time in higher education., Higher education is facing unprecedented stress. The combined effects of rising tuition, growing student debt and a challenging job market are raising serious concerns about the value of a college degree. At the same time, global competition and technological innovations are disrupting traditional educational models. Universities are under intense scrutiny as students, parents and legislators demand a more efficient, lower cost educational platform. No longer can universities expect to receive support with little accountability. Indeed, the insular ivory tower existence long cherished by universities is rapidly disappearing. This environment requires a radically different strategy, one that is guided by multifaceted leaders who not only understand academic culture but who also have a keen sense of business acumen. The purpose of this book is to both identify and analyze current challenges facing higher education and then to develop the requisite skill set for academic leaders to address them.Today's university requires leaders who not only understand and appreciate academic values, but who are also well versed in strategy, finance, human resources, external relations and fundraising. Some universities are looking outside academia to find leaders who possess the required background and experience. Faculty members strongly resist this external intervention but who among them is capable and willing to assume a leadership role? Most faculty members do not have the training, experience or even empathy to take on a leadership role, especially one confounded by the current mounting pressures. The discussion analyzes the tradeoffs facing a faculty member who is considering a leadership path and examines the strategies required to succeed in this rapidly changing environment.
LC Classification NumberLB2341.P616 2016
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