It is evident that schools require effective leaders and managers if they are to achieve success and provide a world class education for their learners. As addressed by The Ministry of Education and Training, Vietnam (MOET, 2012) ‘the system of education and finance management is still weak. There is a shortage of primary education managers and they lack high qualification...' This study aims to provide empirical evidence by critically analysing leadership models and styles that are most likely to achieve the best outcomes and to which leadership can be understood in an international school context.
Senior and Middle leadership members were interviewed and observed; qualitative data was then triangulated to ensure validity and reliability. Data suggests that the institution operates most successfully under a transformational vision built on values and beliefs, supported by a strong participative and collaborative leadership style.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- 1.1 What is educational leadership?
- 1.2 Values and leadership
- 1.3 Vision – A product of values
- 1.4 Distinguishing educational leadership and management
- Chapter 2 Decentralisation, self-management and management systems
- 2.1 Decentralisation and self-management
- 2.2 Analysing educational systems
- 2.3 Systems models
- Chapter 3 Theories of educational leadership and management
- 3.1 The nature of theory
- 3.2 Theories of practice
- Transformational leadership
- Participative leadership
- Distributed leadership
- Chapter 4 Methodology
- 4.1 Aim
- 4.2 Participants
- 4.3 Measures
- 4.4 Procedure
- 4.5 Interview data
- 4.6 Research plan
- Chapter 5 Results and analysis
- Chapter 6 Discussion and further work
- 6.1 Re-statement of aim
- 6.2 Achieving the vision
- 6.3 Curriculum management
- 6.4 Delegated roles and staff motivation
- 6.5 Leaders and personality
- 6.6 Strategic Focus
- 6.7 Further work
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to provide empirical evidence by critically analyzing leadership models and styles that are most likely to achieve the best outcomes in the context of an international school. It analyzes appropriate leadership strategies within the institution to raise the standard of education and educational outcomes. The study is based on the author's experience as a British International School in Vietnam.
- The effectiveness of leadership models and styles in an international school context.
- The importance of values and vision in educational leadership.
- The impact of decentralization and self-management on educational leadership.
- The application of various leadership theories in practice, including transformational, participative, and distributed leadership.
- The role of strategic planning and development in achieving the school's vision.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter 1: Introduction introduces the concept of educational leadership and its importance in achieving school success. It explores the role of values and vision in leadership and discusses the distinction between leadership and management in an educational context.
Chapter 2: Decentralisation, self-management and management systems examines the different approaches to school governance, contrasting centralized and decentralized systems. It highlights the significance of self-management in international schools and analyzes the relationship between institutions and their external environments.
Chapter 3: Theories of educational leadership and management reviews various leadership theories, including transformational, participative, and distributed leadership. It discusses the strengths and limitations of each theory and their applicability in an educational context.
Chapter 4: Methodology outlines the research methodology employed in the study. It details the participants, measures, procedure, and data collection methods used to gather qualitative data.
Chapter 5: Results and analysis presents the findings of the study, analyzing the data collected through interviews and observations. It identifies common themes and trends related to leadership styles and practices within the institution.
Chapter 6: Discussion and further work discusses the implications of the findings and explores areas for future research. It analyzes the school's strategic planning process, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of their current approach and suggesting recommendations for improvement.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Educational leadership, international school context, leadership styles, transformational leadership, participative leadership, distributed leadership, values, vision, decentralization, self-management, strategic planning, school development, Vietnam.
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- Mark Atkinson (Autor:in), 2013, Educational Leadership and Management in an International School Context, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/229705
