The book that revolutionized the theory and practice of educational change is now in its Fifth Edition! Michael Fullans The New Meaning of Educational Change is the definitive textbook on the study of educational change. Based on practical and fundamental work with education systems in several countries, the text captured the dilemmas and leading ideas for successful large-scale systemic reform. This updated edition includes decisionmakers at all levelsfrom the local school community to the state and national leveland introduces many new and powerful ideas for formulating strategies and implementing solutions that will improve educational systems. The New Meaning of Educational Change, Fifth Edition is a comprehensive textbook on all aspects of the management of educational changea powerful resource for everyone involved in school reform.