Action+Research+Key+Findings

 **Source:** Suranna, K., & Moss, D. (2002, April). Exploring Teacher Leadership in the Context of Teacher Preparation. Paper presented at the 83rd Annual American Educational Research Association Meeting, New Orleans.
 * __The following findings have been established from readings for the Action Research Project __**
 * ** Beginning teachers perception of leadership can differ, often focused on “big picture concerns” **
 * ** Relationships between teachers and principals are vital to promoting aspirations among beginning teachers **

 **Source:** Graham, L., Miller, J., & Paterson D. (2009). Early Career Leadership Opportunities in Australian Rural Schools. // Education in Rural Australia //, 19(3), 26-36.
 * ** Shortage of leaders in rural settings in Australia **
 * ** Beginning teachers are capable of fulfilling leadership roles **
 * ** Exposure to the context of leadership is important **
 * ** Relationships with principals important to development **


 * ** Success of Fast Track programmes in the UK **
 * ** Analysis of the age of upper management positions need to plan for the future **
 * ** Successful training relies on available positions **
 * Source:** Churches, R., Hutchinson, G., & Jones, J. (2009) [|Fast Track teaching: beginning the experiment in accelerated leadership development] . //School Leadership & Management//, 29(3), 277-293.


 * ** Fast Track programme well received by participants **
 * ** Need to make early identification of beginning teachers with leadership potential **
 * ** Role of mentors and head important in beginning teacher development **
 * Source:** Jones, J. (2010). Leadership lessons from the Fast Track programme for teachers in England, //Educational Management Administration & Leadership//, 38(2), 149-163.