dstirton said – Sun, 03 May 2009 13:59:21 -0000 ( Link )
Hi Everyone. In rational terms, we know that life itself involves constant change. However, Fullan (2001) points out that we do not always consider that change is multidimensional and that whether change is voluntary or not, “all real change involves loss, anxiety and struggle” (p.30). Evans also addresses this issue in his book, The Human Side of School Change (1996). Evans writes that significant change “almost always means loss and causes a kind of bereavement” (p.28). He further offers that, fundamental to our human nature, we both resist and embrace change (p.21). For those who must implement change, its primary meanings encourage resistance while provoking loss, challenging competence, creating confusion and causing conflict (p.21).
My question then is, “if change creates anxiety, confusion, resistance and a sense of loss, “how can we as school leaders manage change in a way that the followers not only survive the emotional impact of change, but also excel?What are your thoughts?
Regards Denise Stirton
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