The objective of this study was to develop and validate a digital leadership development model of administrators in large-sized secondary schools under the Basic Education Commission offices in the northeast of Thailand. The findings showed that 1) the developed model comprised four key elements, namely factors of success development support,…

This study explores the impact of The Leader in Me (TLIM) design on middle school students' experiences, emphasizing the link between student leadership development, self-efficacy, and academic success. The Leader in Me (TLIM) is a transformational school-wide leadership design that develops student leadership skills by providing direct…

The COVID-19 pandemic presented the world with many challenges -- some of which were unprecedented challenge for school leaders. The South African Department of Education (DoE) introduced a new threshold qualification, an Advanced Certificate in Education (School Leadership) (ACE), which was the first concrete step towards implementing a…

Principal turnover remains a significant challenge in U.S. public schools, particularly in high-poverty contexts, where leadership instability negatively impacts student achievement, teacher retention, and overall school performance. This study investigated the relationship between distributed leadership practices and burnout among secondary…

The role of middle leaders in bringing about improvement in schools is well documented in the UK and abroad, with the ever-present demand for raising standards and achievement. At the same time, the benefits to individuals from receiving coaching or mentoring is also well documented. However, little is known about the benefit to those providing…

This doctoral dissertation was a study that assessed the impacts of a student-driven student voice and student leadership program in a secondary public school in a rural district in Maine. Using a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, this study gathered evidence of the impacts of the Student Summit Leadership Program (SSLP) on…

Research on self-efficacy and how it is developed in K-12 educational spaces has primarily focused on traditional classroom spaces and activities. Little research has focused on self-efficacy development in the context of outdoor experiential learning. Through this study, I use focus groups, in-depth interviewing, and on-line journal prompts to…

This study aimed at helping students to improve their leadership skills by utilizing the methodology of Participatory Action Research in which two cycles of research (one cycle per semester) were conducted during the Academic Year of 2021. The three anticipated developmental outcomes of change, learning, and knowledge were gained through the…

Purpose: Although physical education (PE) leadership programs are widespread, little research has examined the PE leaders' perceptions of these experiences. The purpose of this study was to assess student ratings of developmental experiences in a PE leadership program compared with ratings of the typical PE student experience. Method: A matched…

In a southeastern state in the United States, a gap in practice exists regarding the consistent implementation of instructional leadership practices to promote teacher leadership and culture in schools. The purpose of this study was to explore administrators' perspectives of their implementation of instructional leadership practices to influence…

Research has been conducted on instructional leadership and the importance of instructional leadership, yet minimal research has been conducted on instructional leadership training models and principal perceptions on the impact of instructional leadership training on low performing schools. The problem addressed in this study was the current…

Gender inequality is a global challenge and leadership development and empowerment have the potential to effect change. Outdoor education programs provide platforms to develop leadership and empower participants while also developing positive relationships with the outdoor environment, other people, and the self, while providing a range of…

This study examines the role of secondary school leadership in enhancing student learning in Cameroon, focusing on Presbyterian school principals and their understanding of the relationship between learning context and student outcomes. Principals are expected to demonstrate professional skills and knowledge of how various components of student…

This study shares findings from a review of eight science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) teacher leader programs across the United States. With limited empirical research in STEM teacher leadership, the goal of the study is to build the research knowledge about STEM teacher leader conceptualization and structure. Results from…

The leadership opportunities for students with disabilities are dependent on school leaders and teachers as they are advocates and provide natural support in fostering their leadership development. However, the leadership opportunities for students with disabilities remain relatively overlooked. Students with disabilities have a right to…