School Climate and Educational Management

School Climate and Educational Management- A sub-title of the book-Educational Management: New Perspectives

Overview

The article explained in detail the concept and types of school climate as well as major factors that may positively or negatively influence it.  The term school climate refers to the relationships that exist between and among individuals and groups in the school environment.  The main purpose of these interactions is to ensure appropriate coordination of people’s different roles in the management of all other school resources to enhance organization goals achievement.  The different types of climate identified include warm or cold, friendly or hostile, open or closed, democratic/participatory school climate.

The chapter further discussed a number of factors that may have direct influence on the type of school climate in operation at any particular period.  These factors range from the type of leadership style put in place by the school administrators, pressing external influence, school physical environment, staff and students morale and motivation.  Others are the conflict management styles adopted by the executives as well political and religious differences.

The paper recommended appropriate handling of these factors to ensure a positive school climate.