Balance in academic leadership: voices of women from Turkey and the United States of America (US )
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Date
2010
Authors
Hacifazlioğlu, Özge
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Publisher
Faculty of Education, University of the Free State
Abstract
This comparative study examines the experiences of women leaders in Turkey and the US. It argues
that the theme of ‘balance in leadership’ appeared to be the most influential driving force in women
leaders’ stories. It further shows that balance in leadership is associated with balance in two areas:
balancing private and professional life, and balance in research, teaching and leadership. The analysis
is based on qualitative interviews with nineteen women leaders working at four-year public and private
(foundation) universities in Turkey and the US. It is hoped that aspiring leaders can learn from these
women’s experiences.
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Keywords
Women leaders, Higher education, Balance, Academic leadership, Turkey, United States
Citation
Hacifazlioğlu, O. (2010). Balance in academic leadership: voices of women from Turkey and the United States of America (US). Perspectives in Education, 28(2), 51-62.