Creating a collaborative leadership network: an organic view of change
- 1 July 2000
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in International Journal of Leadership in Education
- Vol. 3 (3), 183-200
- https://doi.org/10.1080/13603120050083891
Abstract
This study investigated the value of the West Alabama Learning Coalition, a multiinstitutional organization in rural Alabama, as perceived by its members, a diverse group of professionals in schools, universities, community colleges, businesses, and social service agencies. Documents, observations, and interviews were the data collection tools in this qualitative research study. Factors that motivated members to join and remain involved in the network are reported. The analysis resulted in a view of the coalition as a dynamic and organic creative entity that fosters synergy, empowered and shared leadership, and personal and organizational transformation.Keywords
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