Surreal Change

Michael Fullan, Order of Canada, is Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto and the former Dean of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto. He is known internationally as an innovative leader in leadership and system change. He participates as a researcher, consultant, trainer, and policy advisor on many educational change initiatives with school systems, teachers’ federations, research institutes, and government agencies. His latest book is Deep Learning: Engage the World Change the World.

'Surreal Change is a deeply engaging book that is a treasure and go-to resource for anyone interested in the dynamics of educational change. I have wondered how Michael Fullan manages to be a step ahead in unpacking the elements central to effective change policies and practices. Now we have the answer in the form of a personally and professionally revealing account of his journey at the center of educational change thinking and action. Surreal Change provides a rare chance to enter the inner world of one of the great change leaders.' —Milbrey McLaughlin, David Jacks Professor of Education and Public Policy, Emerita, Stanford University'As is the case for so many, Michael Fullan has guided my work from graduate school to veteran leader. He has always been a brilliant writer who makes incredibly complex ideas seem intuitively obvious. The beauty of this book is that it is lively, compelling, personal, and so clearly demonstrates that all along he has been preparing to change the world and the future of public education. There is no other book like it. It contains stunning revelations that will warm your heart and shake your mind in equal measure.'—David Moyer, Superintendent, Elmhurst Community School District, Illinois'In Surreal Change, Michael Fullan reveals his inner self from babyhood to becoming a global force.. I could not put it down! A book that speaks to individuals at all levels of the system—it grabs you by the heart and mind, and never lets go. Decade after decade Fullan is the most insightful thinker and doer that I know. His impact is unparalleled.'—Avis Glaze, International Education Adviser, Former Chief Student Officer of Ontario

• 1. Surreal Change 2. The Inchoate Years 1940-1969 3. The Formative Years 1969-1988 4. The Becoming Years 1988-2003 5. The System Years: Part One 2003-2012 6. The System Years: Part Two 2013-2017 7. Postscript: Still Surreal 8. References