School leadership plays a central role in creating an inclusive learning environment that provides opportunities for students with disabilities to thrive. This chapter will shed light on the historical background of schools as they shifted to embrace inclusion and outline the key challenges that impeded school leadership from reaching full-bodied inclusive schools. To that end, this chapter will include an overview derived from the literature regarding the most imperative leadership practices that principals need to possess in order to facilitate the inclusion of students with disabilities into mainstream education: (1) demonstrating basic knowledge of special education, (2) building collaborative structures and processes to work together with students' interests at heart, and (3) embodying positive attitudes and beliefs toward special education. At the end of the chapter, the authors will provide key lessons, recommendations, and possible implications for improving leadership preparation.
This chapter aims to explore the role of leaders in shaping STEM education to better equip teachers with the necessary tools to instill vital STEM components into student learning. The authors argue that future leaders require a solid foundation in STEM fields and leadership qualities to promote innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship in a rapidly changing world. The chapter delves into how STEM education can help students develop creative, analytical, and critical thinking skills necessary for success in the workplace. The authors also emphasize the importance of leadership traits such as adaptability, teamwork, and communication in building a sustainable and creative future. In conclusion, the chapter stresses the need for educational systems to cultivate the next generation of STEM leaders who can pave the way for a prosperous and sustainable future.
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