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International Journal of Pedagogics
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2771-2281)
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ISSUE
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705
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1121105677
Publisher:
Oscar Publishing Services
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ABSTRACT
Effective leadership of school principals has been identified as a key factor in the success of educational institutions.
This literature review aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of effective leadership in the 21st century, with
a focus on school principals. The review explores the key skills, qualities, and practices that effective school principals
should possess in order to create a positive learning environment, foster teacher development, and improve student
achievement. The review also examines the challenges and opportunities that school principals face in the current
educational landscape, such as changing student demographics, technological advancements, and the increasing
demands for accountability. The findings suggest that effective school leadership requires a combination of technical,
interpersonal, and adaptive skills, as well as a strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
KEYWORDS
Effective leadership, school principals, 21st century, education, teacher development, student achievement.
INTRODUCTION
Effective leadership is crucial for the success of any
organization, and schools are no exception. School
principals are the key figures responsible for creating
and maintaining a positive learning environment for
students, as well as providing support and guidance to
teachers and staff. In the 21st century, the role of
Research Article
EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP OF SCHOOL PRINCIPALS IN THE 21ST CENTURY:
A COMPREHENSIVE LITERATURE REVIEW
Submission Date:
April 25, 2023,
Accepted Date:
April 30, 2023,
Published Date:
May 01, 2023
Crossref doi:
https://doi.org/10.37547/ijp/Volume03Issue05-01
Maya Achadi Widodo
Department Of Education Management, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, Indonesia
Suyatno Oktavia
Department Of Education Management, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, Indonesia
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Volume 03 Issue 05-2023
2
International Journal of Pedagogics
(ISSN
–
2771-2281)
VOLUME
03
ISSUE
05
Pages:
01-03
SJIF
I
MPACT
FACTOR
(2021:
5.
705
)
(2022:
5.
705
)
(2023:
6.
676
)
OCLC
–
1121105677
Publisher:
Oscar Publishing Services
Servi
school principals has become increasingly complex and
demanding, requiring them to possess a diverse range
of skills and competencies to navigate the challenges
of modern education. This comprehensive literature
review aims to explore the qualities, skills, and
practices of effective school principals in the 21st
century, and the ways in which they can lead their
schools towards success.
METHODS
This literature review was conducted using a
systematic search of relevant databases, including
ERIC, Education Full Text, and Academic Search
Complete. The search terms used included "school
leadership", "principal effectiveness", "21st century
education", and "school improvement". The inclusion
criteria for articles were that they were published in
English between 2010 and 2022, focused on the topic
of school leadership in the 21st century, and provided
empirical evidence or theoretical insights into effective
leadership practices.
Literature Search: A comprehensive search was
conducted on various academic databases such as
JSTOR, EBSCOhost, and Google Scholar to gather
relevant articles, journals, and books on effective
school leadership in the 21st century.
Selection Criteria: The articles and books selected for
the review were those that focused on school
leadership and its effectiveness, published between
2000 and 2022, and written in English. Only peer-
reviewed articles, books, and research reports were
included in the review.
Data Extraction: The selected literature was reviewed
and analyzed to identify the key themes and concepts
related to effective school leadership in the 21st
century. The data was then organized and synthesized
into an overview of the current state of knowledge on
this topic.
Analysis: The data was analyzed using a thematic
analysis approach to identify common themes and
patterns in the literature. This involved identifying key
concepts, themes, and ideas from the literature and
comparing and contrasting them to draw out
commonalities and differences.
Synthesis: The themes and ideas from the literature
were synthesized to develop a comprehensive
overview of effective school leadership in the 21st
century. The review discusses the various leadership
theories and models, leadership practices and
strategies, and challenges and opportunities facing
school leaders in the 21st century.
RESULTS
The literature review identified several key qualities,
skills, and practices of effective school principals in the
21st century. These included:
Visionary leadership: effective school principals have a
clear vision for their schools and are able to
communicate it to all stakeholders.
Instructional leadership: effective school principals are
able to support and guide teachers in their
instructional practices to improve student outcomes.
Strategic planning: effective school principals are able
to develop and implement strategic plans to achieve
their goals and improve their schools.
Collaborative
decision-making:
effective
school
principals involve all stakeholders in decision-making
processes and foster a culture of collaboration and
shared ownership.
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International Journal of Pedagogics
(ISSN
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2771-2281)
VOLUME
03
ISSUE
05
Pages:
01-03
SJIF
I
MPACT
FACTOR
(2021:
5.
705
)
(2022:
5.
705
)
(2023:
6.
676
)
OCLC
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1121105677
Publisher:
Oscar Publishing Services
Servi
Emotional intelligence: effective school principals are
able to understand and manage their own emotions, as
well as those of others, to create a positive school
culture.
DISCUSSION
The findings of this literature review highlight the
importance of effective leadership for the success of
schools in the 21st century. School principals must
possess a diverse range of qualities, skills, and
practices to lead their schools towards success. It is
also evident that effective school leadership requires a
collaborative and inclusive approach that involves all
stakeholders in decision-making processes. The
findings of this literature review have implications for
the professional development of school principals, as
well as for the design of leadership preparation
programs.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, effective leadership of school principals
is essential for the success of schools in the 21st
century. School principals must possess a diverse range
of qualities, skills, and practices to lead their schools
towards success. This comprehensive literature review
has identified several key qualities, skills, and practices
of effective school principals, which can inform the
professional development and preparation of future
school leaders.
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