The Gerontologist as an AdministratorFor students and practitioners of gerontology, this indispensable text examines all aspects of administering services to older adults. Jeffrey A. Giordano and Thomas A. Rich, both professors of gerontology with extensive experience in administration, surveyed practicing administrators over a two-year period. The resulting integration of administrative theory and practice is evident throughout this book's 13 chapters, which address everything from leadership styles and management techniques to ethical issues and community relations. In addition, the authors thoroughly examine the most widely encountered facets of the typical gerontologist administrator's career, including communication, organizational structure, the role and function of human resources administration, motivation and productivity, supervisory responsibilities, staff development, financial management, strategic planning, program evaluation, and organizational change. |
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... knowledge through technical assistance , administration , management , or development of products or programs " ( p . 43 ) . Gerontological knowledge assures relevance , produces a deeper understanding of clients , and gives credibility ...
... Knowledge The leadership literature is replete with discussions of knowledge . Knowledge means expertise in a certain area and ability to access information ( Brilliant , 1986 ) . Most literature relates to broad notions of leadership ...
Jeffrey Anthone Giordano, Thomas A. Rich. Figure 4.1 Knowledge Required for Administration in Gerontology Ethics Administrative Practice Gerontological Knowledge attitudes , and beliefs , often with little awareness ( Golden & Sonneborn ...
Contents
Administering Services to Older Adults | 1 |
Management Theory and Practice | 3 |
Leadership Theory and Practice | 23 |
Copyright | |
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The Gerontologist as an Administrator Jeffrey Anthone Giordano,Thomas A. Rich No preview available - 2001 |