Dr. John Ward

Professor of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies at The Ohio State University. Dedicated to advancing educational research, policy development, and innovative teaching methodologies.

About Me

John Ward

Educational Leadership & Innovation

With over 20 years of experience in higher education, I have dedicated my career to advancing educational leadership theories and practices at Ohio State University. My work focuses on developing innovative approaches to educational policy, curriculum design, and institutional leadership.

As a professor at OSU, I am committed to fostering intellectual growth and preparing the next generation of educational leaders through rigorous research, engaging teaching methods, and extensive community outreach.

  • Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy, Harvard University
  • M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, University of Michigan
  • B.A. in Education, Ohio State University
  • Recipient of the Distinguished Faculty Award (2019)
  • Author of 3 books and over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles
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Research Areas

My academic work spans several interconnected areas of educational leadership and policy studies

Educational Innovation

Researching new teaching methodologies and learning technologies that enhance student outcomes and engagement in higher education settings.

Policy Analysis

Examining the effects of state and federal education policies on institutional effectiveness, student achievement, and educational equity.

Leadership Development

Studying effective leadership models in educational contexts and developing frameworks for leadership training in academic institutions.

Recent Publications

Selected recent scholarly works and research publications

Journal Article | 2023

Transformational Leadership in Higher Education: A Meta-Analysis

Ward, J., Smith, A., & Jones, B.

This meta-analysis examines the impact of transformational leadership practices on faculty satisfaction, student outcomes, and institutional performance across 50 universities in the United States.

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Book | 2022

Rethinking Educational Policy in the Digital Age

Ward, J.

This comprehensive text addresses the challenges and opportunities presented by digital technologies in educational settings and offers a framework for policy development.

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Journal Article | 2022

Inclusive Leadership Practices: Equity in Higher Education Administration

Ward, J., & Thompson, C.

This study examines how inclusive leadership practices can foster greater equity and diversity in higher education administrative structures.

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Conference Paper | 2021

Crisis Leadership During the Pandemic: Lessons from Academic Institutions

Ward, J., Roberts, M., & Chen, L.

This paper presents findings from a qualitative study of leadership responses to the COVID-19 pandemic across 15 major U.S. universities.

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Educational Resources

Curated resources and tools for educational research and professional development

Get In Touch

Have questions about my research or interested in collaboration opportunities?

Contact Information

Phone

(614) 555-0123

Office

Department of Educational Studies
The Ohio State University
29 W. Woodruff Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210

Office Hours

Monday & Wednesday: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Or by appointment