HMEF5023 Topic 1 The Nature of Leadership 

This text is an excerpt from a course on educational leadership that explores the nature of leadership, differentiating it from management. It examines various leadership roles, traits, and styles, including transactional, transformational, charismatic, and moral leadership. The text also delves into the role of power in leadership, the leader-follower relationship, and the impact of leadership on organizational change and effectiveness. Additionally, it highlights the importance of instructional leadership in educational settings and its connection to student achievement.