As parts of learning and acquiring the wisdom and the knowledge required for one’s existence in the world, education and knowledge are both extremely important processes. Very often, one does not distinguish the differences between education and knowledge as both these processes often go hand in hand, simultaneously as both of them are correlated and often, one process leads to the other. Yet, as two terms, these two concepts have very distinct differences which are absolutely noteworthy.

 
Knowledge can be described as the information processed by the human brain which is then put together contextually. Knowledge is the kind of facts and data that could be obtained by education and other resources which are often received as information that enriches the mind. It is more of technical specialization in terms of theoretical knowledge. For example, one can have a vast knowledge of medical science, yet not have the ability to operate on an individual or treat a patient. Knowledge can be explained as a fact that is widely known in a particular group or a community. For example, one can say that it is common knowledge that she works two jobs trying to support her family. Therefore, the ways in which one can acquire knowledge is quite unlimited as each of life’s experiences enrich us with knowledge of some sort or the other.

Education and knowledge are definitely interlinked together as one inevitably leads to the other. However, these two have different aspects which need to be identified separately. One such difference is the fact that while education is gained through formal educational institutions such as schools and universities, knowledge can be gained through one’s own life experience as well. Education facilitates an individual with useful information about the useful application in life whereas knowledge can be gained through extensive reading, peers, good education and etc. Therefore, the sources from which education can be gained are quite limited whereas sources from where one can attain knowledge are rather extensive.

 

Power and authority are said to be a context to this effect. Leadership can be exemplarily or authoritative, in that the individual in authority to make or mare the organization. An outstanding leader leads His\Her school population in the right direction and learns from them. The effective administrator leads the school in the right direction and learns from other people. He or She follows planned steps and considers feedback from external and internal of the school to make supporting modifications and necessary changes. For efficient running of a school, the administrator is the manager of the school programs, and interact directly with other stakeholders of the school.

 

The manager should know, and be an active participant, wherever feasible, in establishing why the project is being undertaken.”  III. General Discussion and Analysis Findings of my research show that the school principal contacts more people than any other person. The school principal has relations with parents, teachers, students, and non-teaching staff in the school.

The school needs leaders who have a vision for improving quality and learning outcomes, and who are also effective at ongoing management tasks. Leaders with a vision to provide the school with a conducive learning environment within well-functioning school-based management (SBM) System. SBM involves setting school directions concerning students, teacher development, and allocation of material and financial resources. Effective SBM impacts motivation, commitment, and students and teachers success by:

• facilitating school leadership that is both appropriate to the unique context and needs of the school community,
• developing and implementing school improvement plans,
• establishing fair and effective teacher appraisal systems,
• structuring classrooms and school according to the school needs,
• building partnerships with the community and ensuring that frameworks exist to support the functions of other school departments and personnel

A leader also must have a style of dress, personal grooming habits, and overall appearance all say a great deal about a person. If you want to be taken as a serious professional, then you must dress like one. This does not mean that you need to go out and buy suits or blazers worth thousands of dollars; it simply means that you need to look like you fit the part. Do not break the bank trying to impress. Dress pants (or skirt) and a matching sports coat or blazer are all very fitting for an administrative position. Keep colors and/or prints tasteful. In addition to your clothing, make certain that you keep up with personal grooming – showered, combed, and/or styled hair, fresh breath, neat nails, etc.

School managers, leaders, and administrators are the CEOs of school districts and individual schools. People in upper-level school management and leadership positions play a challenging and rewarding role that shapes the landscape of education for the students in their care. They take on a number of various roles in leadership and policymaking:

• Lead private and public educational institutions
• Hire and manage teachers and staff
• Prepare budgets
• Oversee other teachers
• Research and determine new curricula
• Set policies and standards

Networks to the school population and makes timely contacts. A successful school has networking skills and makes early contact with the school population. The school is not passive but is proactive and aware of what is going on internally and externally in the schools. Networking brings about coordination. Coordination is the process whereby two or more people/organizations work together to deal collectively with a shared task. The responsibility for coordination may be assigned to a single individual or a team/group of individuals, in consultation with all the parties concerned. Coordination would be the major responsibility of a project coordinator, heading a project team.

The organization is also an important function of good administration. The effective and efficient work of the school depends upon good organization. The essential element of the organization is people: what they do and how they work together. So for a good organization, the administrator should define the purpose, analyze and identify tasks required to meet these objectives, allocate related activities to other staff, provide for management and coordination of activities at each level of responsibility and lastly establish reporting and communication channel.

An effective school organizational structure involves:

• better work distribution,
• effective management control,
• good information process

It is very easy to become disorganized when carrying a huge responsibility, especially if the organization has never been your strong forte. But you have to know that to be successful in school administration, you have to run a tidy roost. Professional school leaders need clear, organized systems for maintaining documents and commitments.

At the beginning of the school year, devote some time to set up effective systems to manage the documents that come across your desk. In addition, decide how you’ll manage your appointments by committing to either a paper calendar or digital alerts.

Schedule your teacher observations, outside meetings, and even blocks of time to attend to email and phone calls. By organizing your time and providing set hours for certain tasks, you’ll be less likely to waste time and will be more present and effective during each of your commitments.

One way you can effectively keep everything organized is to ditch the use of papers altogether. Reducing or eliminating paper files and forms can free physical space, help you get better organized, better preserve confidential information, and save money on expensive supplies like toner, ink, and copy machine repair. By shifting to a more digital approach, you can also help your teachers remove clutter in their classrooms and invite more flexibility into meetings.