Breaking the Silence

Overcoming the Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers
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Joseph Blase - University of Georgia, USA
Rebajo R. Blase - University of Georgia, USA
Breaking the Silence
August 2002 | 208 pages | Corwin
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Recognize destructive behavior and cultivate constructive support!

The detrimental effect of abusive principal behavior not only deteriorates teacher morale and performance, but also erodes school effectiveness, student learning, and quality of life for everyone involved. Unfortunately, this type of mistreatment—with its devastating implications—has largely been ignored and treated as a taboo subject.

In this groundbreaking book, Blase and Blase begin the critical dialogue about abuse by exposing the various manifestations of mistreatment, and offering practical solutions for its prevention and correction. The invaluable information presented is based on findings from the first-of-its-kind study conducted by the authors, in which they interviewed elementary, middle/junior high, and high school teachers from rural, suburban, and urban areas across the United States and Canada.

The text masterfully provides the tools necessary to identify destructive behavior and raises awareness of this common phenomenon in order to break the cycle of abuse. It is the crucial first step toward preventing further mistreatment and fostering teacher development, student achievement, and school improvement.

Key features include

  • Real-life examples and testimonials
  • Specific forms and indicators of mistreatment, categorized into three levels
  • Detailed description of the effects on schools and teachers, professionally and personally
  • Solutions for overcoming this problem, including six survival skills, "Bullyproofing," "Bullybusting," and other individual, organizational, and legal resolutions 

Contents

Foreword

Foreword

Foreword

Foreword

Acknowledgements

Acknowledgements

About the Authors

About the Authors

1. The Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers

1. The Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers

2. The Many Faces of Moderate Mistreatment: From Discounting Teachers to Offensive Personal Conduct

2. The Many Faces of Moderate Mistreatment: From Discounting Teachers to Offensive Personal Conduct

3. Escalating Mistreatment of Teachers: From Spying to Criticism

3. Escalating Mistreatment of Teachers: From Spying to Criticism

4. Severe Mistreatment of Teachers: From Lying to Destruction

4. Severe Mistreatment of Teachers: From Lying to Destruction

5. The Effects of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: Lasting Wounds and Damaged Schools

5. The Effects of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: Lasting Wounds and Damaged Schools

6. Worlds of Pain: The Undoing of Teachers

6. Worlds of Pain: The Undoing of Teachers

7. Overcoming the Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: What Can We Do?

7. Overcoming the Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: What Can We Do?

Research Method and Procedures

Research Method and Procedures

References

References

Index

Index

Description

Recognize destructive behavior and cultivate constructive support!

The detrimental effect of abusive principal behavior not only deteriorates teacher morale and performance, but also erodes school effectiveness, student learning, and quality of life for everyone involved. Unfortunately, this type of mistreatment—with its devastating implications—has largely been ignored and treated as a taboo subject.

In this groundbreaking book, Blase and Blase begin the critical dialogue about abuse by exposing the various manifestations of mistreatment, and offering practical solutions for its prevention and correction. The invaluable information presented is based on findings from the first-of-its-kind study conducted by the authors, in which they interviewed elementary, middle/junior high, and high school teachers from rural, suburban, and urban areas across the United States and Canada.

The text masterfully provides the tools necessary to identify destructive behavior and raises awareness of this common phenomenon in order to break the cycle of abuse. It is the crucial first step toward preventing further mistreatment and fostering teacher development, student achievement, and school improvement.

Key features include

  • Real-life examples and testimonials
  • Specific forms and indicators of mistreatment, categorized into three levels
  • Detailed description of the effects on schools and teachers, professionally and personally
  • Solutions for overcoming this problem, including six survival skills, "Bullyproofing," "Bullybusting," and other individual, organizational, and legal resolutions 

Contents

Foreword

Foreword

Foreword

Foreword

Acknowledgements

Acknowledgements

About the Authors

About the Authors

1. The Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers

1. The Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers

2. The Many Faces of Moderate Mistreatment: From Discounting Teachers to Offensive Personal Conduct

2. The Many Faces of Moderate Mistreatment: From Discounting Teachers to Offensive Personal Conduct

3. Escalating Mistreatment of Teachers: From Spying to Criticism

3. Escalating Mistreatment of Teachers: From Spying to Criticism

4. Severe Mistreatment of Teachers: From Lying to Destruction

4. Severe Mistreatment of Teachers: From Lying to Destruction

5. The Effects of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: Lasting Wounds and Damaged Schools

5. The Effects of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: Lasting Wounds and Damaged Schools

6. Worlds of Pain: The Undoing of Teachers

6. Worlds of Pain: The Undoing of Teachers

7. Overcoming the Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: What Can We Do?

7. Overcoming the Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: What Can We Do?

Research Method and Procedures

Research Method and Procedures

References

References

Index

Index

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Breaking the Silence

Overcoming the Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers


August 2002 | 208 pages | Corwin

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Recognize destructive behavior and cultivate constructive support!

The detrimental effect of abusive principal behavior not only deteriorates teacher morale and performance, but also erodes school effectiveness, student learning, and quality of life for everyone involved. Unfortunately, this type of mistreatment—with its devastating implications—has largely been ignored and treated as a taboo subject.

In this groundbreaking book, Blase and Blase begin the critical dialogue about abuse by exposing the various manifestations of mistreatment, and offering practical solutions for its prevention and correction. The invaluable information presented is based on findings from the first-of-its-kind study conducted by the authors, in which they interviewed elementary, middle/junior high, and high school teachers from rural, suburban, and urban areas across the United States and Canada.

The text masterfully provides the tools necessary to identify destructive behavior and raises awareness of this common phenomenon in order to break the cycle of abuse. It is the crucial first step toward preventing further mistreatment and fostering teacher development, student achievement, and school improvement.

Key features include

  • Real-life examples and testimonials
  • Specific forms and indicators of mistreatment, categorized into three levels
  • Detailed description of the effects on schools and teachers, professionally and personally
  • Solutions for overcoming this problem, including six survival skills, "Bullyproofing," "Bullybusting," and other individual, organizational, and legal resolutions 

Table Of Contents:

  • Foreword
  • Foreword
  • Acknowledgements
  • About the Authors
  • 1. The Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers
  • 2. The Many Faces of Moderate Mistreatment: From Discounting Teachers to Offensive Personal Conduct
  • 3. Escalating Mistreatment of Teachers: From Spying to Criticism
  • 4. Severe Mistreatment of Teachers: From Lying to Destruction
  • 5. The Effects of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: Lasting Wounds and Damaged Schools
  • 6. Worlds of Pain: The Undoing of Teachers
  • 7. Overcoming the Problem of Principal Mistreatment of Teachers: What Can We Do?
  • Research Method and Procedures
  • References
  • Index

Recent Product Reviews:

Truly a groundbreaking effort and one that deserves serious attention.
Don Saul, AASA American Superintendent of the Year, 2000, From the Foreword by Don Saul
The book is based on extensive research, loaded with real examples, and it reflects the authors' concern to improve the conditions of all schools. Because of the book's comprehensive focus, it will be valuable to practitioners, fledgling administrators, and other educators who are striving to improve the conditions in schoools.
George E. Pawlas, Professor of Educational Leadership, University of Central Florida
Breaking the Silence is the first empirical report of the actual experiences of abused teachers; that is, what constitutes principal mistreatment and its impact on teachers and their work.
Chicago Union Teacher, May 2003
Blase and Blase sound the alarm on principals’ mistreatment of teachers, and begin the important work of finding constructive solutions. Not just an exposé for the purpose of raising awareness, the book is also a guide, providing practical strategies for preventing and correcting this mistreatment.
Georgia Association of Teachers (NEA) Newsletter, 2003
Required reading for educators around the country.Long overdue, and finally brings this serious problem to the public’s attention. Phenomenal…every abused teacher’s story on every page.
American Society for Ethics in Education website

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