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Science and Theory in the Practice of Educational Administration: A Pragmatic Perspective

Wayne K. Hoy

Science is a dynamic process; its basic goal is to develop theory. Theories are abstract, general explanations which are not strictly true orfalse but, rather, useful or not. Such theories in educational administration are those that help administrators solve the problems of practice; hence theoretical perspectives in educational administration must be open, fluid, and pluralistic. Although administrators ground their knowledge in problem-solving experiences, experience is contextual and conclusions are contingent and probabilistic. Today ' propositions should remain open to inquiry and be subject to revision in light of new evidence. Above all, reflective administrative practice is rational, systematic, and reasonable and avoids all dogma that inhibits inquiry.

Educational Administration Quarterly, Vol. 32, No. 3, 366-378 (1996)
DOI: 10.1177/0013161X96032003004
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