Education, Leadership and Islam: Theories, discourses and practices from an Islamic perspective
About this ebook
While educational leadership literature and research have flourished in recent years, this is predominantly informed by Western ideologies, concepts, theories and practices. Education, Leadership and Islam focuses on contemporary educational settings and practices, drawing on research and empirical evidence from multicultural contexts in order to enrich theory and inform policy and practice in relevant frameworks, particularly in relation to the growing Muslim population in the West. Chapters also discuss gender in Islam, educational expectations and Islamic faith schools to comprehensively explore education in relation to Islamism. Situating Muslims within contemporary societies, this book extends debates regarding educational philosophy and leadership, endorsing diversity and plurality through an appreciation of difference.
Education, Leadership and Islam
will appeal to education researchers as well as social and political scientists attempting to understand Muslim educational issues in contemporary life, both in the east and in the west. This book offers critical insight into educational theory and practice, and as such will be key reading for policy makers and educational leaders.About the author
Saeeda Shah is Reader at the University of Leicester and Visiting Professor of Education at the University of Derby. Prior to that, she was Dean at AJK University Pakistan and taught for many years in higher education, holding senior management posts. She was awarded the Best University Teacher Millennium Award 2000 by University Grants Commission, Pakistan.
