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Leadership Theory
Cultivating Critical Perspectives
"What a fantastic book—I could not put it down! This critical review of the strengths and weaknesses of the best-known leadership theories fundamentally enhances our understanding. Dugan’s insights are transformative. He offers ways to improve these theories rather than disregarding them based on their shortcomings. I love the notion of zombie theories—you have to read the book to find out what that is! The narratives help ground complex concepts and the reflection questions compel the reader to engage with the material." “The prophetic voice of John Dugan speaks to us again. Having used the 1st edition for the past 5 years in my graduate leadership class, I know the profound effect learning from this text had on all of us. Leadership is made real and human.” “This book reads as a call to action for anyone dedicated to the discipline of leadership for a society fashioned for diversity, inclusion, and justice. Dugan masterfully takes the reader on a journey with the incorporation of constructs, theories, and personal narratives dispersed throughout. The critical approach of this work, coupled with the commentary offered, leaves the reader with new considerations for leadership teaching, learning, and practice.”
—Adrianna Kezar, professor for higher education, University of Southern California
—Helen K. Lafferty, Interim President, Youngstown State University
—Darren Pierre, PhD, Senior Lecturer, A. James Clark School of Engineering, University of Maryland
John P. Dugan (Author)
9781394152100, Wiley
Hardback, published 22 April 2024
400 pages
23.6 x 19.6 x 3.6 cm, 0.726 kg
A comprehensive volume on leadership theories and their applications—with an emphasis on social justice Leadership Theory: Cultivating Critical Perspectives is an interdisciplinary survey text designed for use in undergraduate or graduate classrooms. This trusted book provides an overview of essential theories in leadership studies, infusing critical commentary to enhance readers’ understanding and practice of leadership. The book uses compelling examples, reflective questions, and illustrations to cultivate your ability to engage as a critical learner. Powerful narratives from accomplished leaders around the world offer insights on the challenges and rewards of leadership. This revised edition incorporates the latest research in the field of leadership, as well as substantial changes aimed at bringing increased cohesion to the text. New narratives lend a fresh and relevant tone that today’s learners will appreciate. Students studying leadership, as well as professionals developing their leadership skills within specific disciplines, will gain a thorough appreciation of the real-world complexities of leadership and how the leading theories attempt to capture them.
List of Tables and Figures xi Preface xv Acknowledgments xxv About the Author xxix 1. The Evolving Nature of Leadership 1 Why Study Leaders and Leadership? 2 What Is Leadership? 3 Mapping the Definitional Terrain 4 Chapter Summary 22 2. Critical Perspectives as Interpretative Frameworks 27 Letting Go of Theoretical Certainty 28 What Is Critical Social Theory? 29 Central Themes of Critical Social Theory 31 Using Critical Perspectives as Interpretative Tools 39 Essential Preparation for Applying Critical Perspectives 46 Benefits of Using Critical Perspectives 48 Chapter Summary 49 3. Interpreting Leadership Theory Using Critical Perspectives 53 Critical Social Theory and Leadership 53 Evolution of Formal Leadership Theory 54 The Leadership Challenge Model 66 Chapter Summary 72 4. Attribute-Driven Theories 75 Trait-Based Leadership 75 Strengths-Based Leadership 80 Implicit Leadership Theory 87 Deconstructing Attribute-Driven Theories 93 Reconstructing Attribute-Driven Theories 98 Chapter Summary 103 5. Production-Driven Theories 107 Style Theory 107 Situational Leadership 115 Path-Goal Theory 122 Deconstructing Production-Driven Theories 127 Reconstructing Production-Driven Theories 132 Chapter Summary 135 6. Leader-Driven Theories 139 Transforming/Transformational Leadership 140 Authentic Leadership 148 Servant Leadership 155 Deconstructing Leader-Driven Theories 164 Reconstructing Leader-Driven Theories 168 Chapter Summary 170 7. Group-Driven Theories 175 Leader-Member Exchange Theory 175 Team Leadership 184 Shared Leadership 192 Deconstructing Group-Driven Theories 198 Reconstructing Group-Driven Theories 203 Chapter Summary 206 8. Relationship-Driven Theories 211 Connective Leadership 212 The Relational Leadership Model 220 Relational Leadership Philosophies 225 Deconstructing Relationship-Driven Theories 233 Reconstructing Relationship-Driven Theories 235 Chapter Summary 238 9. Complexity-Driven Theories 241 Adaptive Leadership 241 Complexity Leadership Theory 251 Deconstructing Complexity-Driven Theories 258 Reconstructing Complexity-Driven Theories 262 Chapter Summary 264 10. Justice-Driven Theories 269 The Social Change Model of Leadership Development 269 Strategic Social Change Leadership 278 Deconstructing and Reconstructing Justice-Driven Theories 287 Chapter Summary 288 11. Integration and the Path Forward 295 Emergent Themes across Leadership Theories 296 The Interconnection of Leadership Theory and Development 303 Closing Thoughts 308 References 313 Name Index 347 Subject Index 353
Subject Areas: Education [JN]
