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McAdams, Richard P. – Principal, 1998
A comparison of educational systems of several developed countries (England, Germany, Denmark, Japan, and the United States) shows that U.S. principals have a more frenetic work day than their international colleagues, shouldering heavier responsibilities for student discipline, teacher supervision, student activities, and community relations.…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Comparative Education, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries
Download full textMcGee, Glenn W. – 1997
In the United States in recent years there has been extensive concern about school reform and keen interest in Japanese business-management practices. This paper presents findings of a case study that examined the role and responsibilities of two middle school principals, one in Japan and one in the United States. The study is based on Krug's…
Descriptors: Administrator Behavior, Administrator Effectiveness, Administrator Responsibility, Administrator Role
