Second, the wide variety of topics addressed by authors both in research and
publications indicates not only the pluralism of the field, but also the lack of a unified
theoretical background for those engaged in understanding EA and leadership. The
area of “leadership” that became dominant in the field during the 2000s (Ribbins, 2004)
is no longer seen as a main area of study when the authors’ CVs are analysed. It seems
unlikely that EA authors will forego research and publication in the traditional areas of
the field (e.g. school structure).