Leadership is a way of motivating a group to enable them to achieve their aims. It also involves being responsible for the group as a whole.
A leader is either appointed by the senior levels of management or elected by the group.
However, it has been argued that a leader can not have all the skills required therefore the optimum will be to have as a leader someone who is flexible but when it is required s/he will let the leadership to the others. According to various researches it has been proved that leadership skills are increased when the appropriate educational culture prevails.
The school principal is the leader of the school. It is going to be examined how leadership styles and theory can affect the way schools in Cyprus are managed and their correlation with culture.
According to the Teacher Training Agency (1998) in UK and the National College for School Leadership have emphasized the fact that ‘the key to unlocking the full potential of pupils in our schools lies in the expertise of teachers and headteachers”.
Various researchers have proven that there is a positive correlation between the students’ achievements and the quality of teaching and there is also a positive correlation between the quality of leadership and the quality of teaching. All of these factors are influenced by the culture of the school and the education system.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Leader and Manager – Definitions
- Leadership styles
- Effective leadership
- Culture
- Schools in Cyprus
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study investigates the impact of school culture in Cyprus on leadership and management practices. It aims to understand the correlation between leadership styles, cultural factors, and the effectiveness of school administration.
- The role of leadership in motivating and guiding groups towards goals
- The influence of cultural context on leadership styles and practices
- The relationship between school culture and student achievement
- The importance of effective communication and emotional connections between leaders and followers
- The need for adaptability and change management in organizational cultures
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter defines leadership as a process of motivating and directing groups towards achieving their goals. It highlights the importance of effective leadership in education and the significance of cultural context.
- Leader and Manager – Definitions: This chapter explores various definitions of leadership, emphasizing the importance of influence, goal-oriented behavior, and the role of the leader as a visionary. It contrasts the roles of leaders and managers, highlighting their distinct functions in organizations.
- Leadership styles: This chapter examines six different leadership styles, including coercive, authoritative, affiliative, democratic, pacesetting, and coaching. It analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of each style, emphasizing the need for a flexible approach based on situational context.
- Effective leadership: This chapter discusses the importance of exceeding expectations and building genuine relationships between leaders and followers. It emphasizes the role of trust, empathy, and two-way communication in fostering loyalty and satisfaction.
- Culture: This chapter explores the concept of organizational culture and its impact on performance. It highlights the importance of adaptability and change management in ensuring long-term success, emphasizing the role of leadership in shaping and adapting cultural elements.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This study focuses on the key themes of leadership, management, culture, and education, exploring the impact of school culture in Cyprus on leadership styles and effectiveness. It examines the importance of communication, emotional connections, and adaptability in creating a positive and productive learning environment.
- Quote paper
- Fotini Mastroianni (Author), 2009, The importance of culture of schools in Cyprus for their strategic leadership and management, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/355387
