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Challenges in distributed leadership: evidence from the perspective of headteachers

Tahir, L. M. and Lee, S. L. and Musah, M. B. and Jaffri, H. and Said, M. N. H. M. and Yasin, M. H. M. (2016) Challenges in distributed leadership: evidence from the perspective of headteachers. International Journal of Educational Management, 30 (6). pp. 848-863. ISSN 0951-354X

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Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate the issues and challenges faced by headteachers in practicing the suggested distributed leadership (DL) approach in three primary schools to their middle layer leaders. Design/methodology/approach – The study employed a case study design and data were collected through semi-structured interviews. A total of three headteachers were interviewed in examining and exploring challenges within the DL practices. The transcripts from the semi-structured interviews formed the basis of the findings. Findings – The findings suggest that senior teachers lack confidence in making decisions and rely on the consent from headteachers even though they are empowered to make their own decisions. Another significant issue faced by headteachers when distributing their leadership is the ability, expertise, experience, and willingness of teachers to hold leadership roles and responsibilities. Originality/value – The results are important since there have been few empirical studies on the issues and challenges faced by headteachers in practising DL approach in primary schools in the context of Malaysia. This initiative sidelines the traditional school leadership approach which emphasises on the accountability of headteachers as the sole school leader.

Item Type:Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:Headteachers, School leadership, Teachers
Subjects:L Education > L Education (General)
Divisions:Education
ID Code:72205
Deposited By: Fazli Masari
Deposited On:20 Nov 2017 08:18
Last Modified:20 Nov 2017 08:18

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