Human Resource Leadership for Effective Schools, 5/E John T. Seyfarth "I have used each edition since the very first one ... I consider this text the most comprehensive (and best overall) on the subject of HR in the field. Each chapter is very substantial in content, relevant, complete, and current." -Ernest Noack, Western New Mexico University "Overall, the book is student-friendly, well written, and factually correct. The concepts covered are up-to-date and well organized .... The text closely aligns with the ELCC standards that are generally covered in the personnel course. The on-line resources for each chapter are a nice feature that the instructor can use to promote additional study by the students." -Michael Cunningham, Marshall University Now in its fifth edition, Human Resource Leadership for Effective Schools emphasizes the relationship of school HR management to positive outcomes for student learning. This research-based text addresses the effects of human resource decisions on human achievement. Seyfarth also discusses ISLLC standards and the impact of HR practice in schools with site-based management, and presents practical applications throughout. New features in this edition include: - Coverage of key issues, such as mandated use of standardized tests for assessing school performance, applicants with disabilities, professional development programs, and mentoring. - Discussion of the requirements of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) to employ highly qualified teachers in all classrooms and the implications of this mandate. - Discussion of new standards for selecting and evaluating teachers (INTASC and PRAXIS III) and school leaders (ISLLC) in light of increased emphasis on accountability. - Updated chapters on Legal Issues (Ch. 11) and Collective Bargaining (Ch. 12) reflect current issues such as constitutional protections for employees and sexual harassment in schools. - Educational Leadership website contains additional resources: www.ablongman.com/edleadership