Drawing on research, policy and practice in a diverse range of contexts to illuminate the process of system transformation and improvement, it provides a rich comparative basis for considering large-scale reform and offers contemporary reflections and insights into the process of school and system improvement.

Forward.-Preface.-Introduction.-Chapter 1 An overview of the evidence concerning the relationship between leadership and high performance in schools and school systems.- Chapter 2 Leadership development and leadership practice in an Asian Context-theories, models and empirical evidence.- Chapter 3 Leadership Development and Training in exceptional schools and school systems in Asia: Case Study 1.- Chapter 4 Leadership Development and Training in exceptional schools and school systems in Asia: Case Study 2.- Chapter 5 Leadership Development and Training in exceptional schools and school systems in Asia: Case Study 3.- Chapter 6　Collaborative learning and leadership in Asian schools and school systems.- Chapter 7　Distributed Leadership –practice, pitfalls and promises in an Asian context.- Chapter 8 Transforming Schools and School Systems　- Current Lessons and Future Directions.- Conclusion.

This book explores the ongoing transformation processes in various education systems, including those in Asia. Drawing on research, policy and practice in a diverse range of contexts to illuminate the process of system transformation and improvement, it provides a rich comparative basis for considering large-scale reform and offers contemporary reflections and insights into the process of school and system improvement. The book features informed critique, as well as descriptions, analyses and assessments of system reform in all its facets. Accordingly, it offers unique perspectives on the change processes, and reveals how numerous countries in Asia and elsewhere are tackling the challenge of transforming their schools and education systems.

Contributes to the field of educational leadership and the knowledge base concerning educational improvement at the school and system level Offers a unique and contemporary comparative analysis of leadership development in Asia Examines how different leadership development programs are being developed and deployed as a strategy for educational improvement and transformation