"Leadership in Action provides a wide-ranging, engaging, and practical set of strategies to help school systems improve. In a crisp, fact-based approach, Dueck wrestles with core issues facing teachers, administrators and politicians today. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an honest assessment of how we can transform our schools and educational support systems." --David Durance, President, Teach Beyond, Inc. "In his latest publication, Leadership in Action, Dr. Dueck presents an honest, but blunt, assessment of the lack of credible accountability in the public-school systems of North America. From the perspective of a long and successful career in public education, he documents the need for data driven criterion to evaluate all levels of the system. While many of the elements of this book may be controversial, a plethora of practical ideas are provided that make this a worthwhile read for all those who care about student success.

" --Bruce Mills, BA, M Ed Admin. Director of Curriculum and Technology, Ret. School District #34 (Abbotsford); former instructor, Faculty of Education, Trinity Western University "Once again Dr. Dueck has demonstrated thoroughness and thoughtfulness in his concise exploration of the myths and realities of achieving the best possible education system and outcomes for students. It is refreshing to read the work of someone unafraid to challenge accepted narratives, particularly when those narratives lie on a foundation that is ideological rather than research-based. Whether you ultimately agree or disagree with the conclusions, this book is a must-read for anyone serious about exploring education reform." --Tim Coates, former director, Diploma Examination at Alberta Education, Sessional Lecturer in Classroom Assessment at the University of Alberta, Educational Consultant.