Globalized Educational Leadership: Advancing Ethnic Equity and Diversity

Under the wide spread of globalization, immigrant population has constituted an increasing proportion within that of most western countries, characterizing by ethnic and cultural diversity. The concept of educational equity could be ascended to 1990s, considering the leadership that takes account into needs and circumstances of all students varying in ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. This essay aims to find out how productive leadership mobilizes a transformative discourse of educational equity and diversity[1], citing literature from a wide range of countries. The key finding is that the productive leadership considering educational diversity and equity has a remarkable impact on the achievements of schools, principals and students, especially on those from minority immigrant group. Moreover, the essay will point out the challenges faced by discourse of leadership then offer recommendations which were not covered in current research.