ERIC Number: EJ1325907
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022-Mar
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Christian Early Childhood Leaders: Management Challenges and Responses
Shields, Marion; Hattingh, Sherene
International Journal of Christianity & Education, v26 n1 p18-31 Mar 2022
This study investigated the management challenges that Christian early childhood leaders, from four different Christian denominations, encountered in their responsibilities, and in particular, the approaches they used in resolving them. A research design of grounded theory using data collected from survey questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis enabled themes to emerge. A Christian worldview underpinned and framed the leaders' thoughts, actions, communication, and relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community. For these leaders, their close, reciprocal connection with God sustained, guided and even at times impelled their approach to their daily practice and especially in managing challenges.
Descriptors: Christianity, Early Childhood Education, Grounded Theory, World Views, Teacher Administrator Relationship, Instructional Leadership, Faculty Workload, Religious Education, Religious Factors, Compliance (Legal), Standards, Budgets, Educational Administration, Administrator Attitudes, Teacher Recruitment, Educational Philosophy, Public Relations
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education
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Language: English
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