Learning Leaders' Gains from a Development Program

Abstract

Learning leaders influence the school’s overall operations. The study aimed to evaluate the development program for learning leaders. Analyzing the qualitative responses of the learning leaders, core categories of the significant learning gained from the development program were generated. A model to describe the attributes of learning leaders was proposed based on the findings of the study. Using a descriptive method of research, an evaluation of the leadership and management program was conducted using a five-point Likert scale questionnaire. Follow-up open questions were asked to substantiate the quantitative data. The learning leaders reported that the objectives of the development program were highly realized while the session contents and session methodologies were highly relevant. Six core categories emerged from the analysis of the themes, namely, goal setting, leadership skills, school as a community, continuous improvement, linkages, and empowerment. The results imply that for the learning leaders, these core categories described their attributes as learning leaders. Based on the results of the study, a model of the attributes of learning leaders was proposed. It is recommended that future development programs be designed to address the areas that need further enhancement, and another study be conducted to identify other attributes of learning leaders.