Research Projects

Australian Country Background Report arising from Australia’s participation in the OECD Education Activity on Improving School Leadership

Project Director: Dr Phillip McKenzie

The Australian Country Background Report arising from Australia’s participation in the OECD Activity on Improving School Leadership was submitted to DEST in November 2006. The report, which was prepared in response to OECD guidelines and questions, provides an overview and analysis of school leadership trends, issues and priorities in Australia. The report will form part of Australia’s involvement in the OECD activity.

Staff: Michelle Anderson, Peter Gronn (Monash University), Lawrence Ingvarson, Andrew Jackson, Elizabeth Kleinhenz, Phillip McKenzie, Bill Mulford (University of Tasmania) and Nick Thornton

Expected Completion Date(s): Completed. Country Background Report anticipated release date: April 2007

Funding: Commonwealth Department of Education, Science and Training

Deliverables: Report to DEST for inclusion in the OECD project