Preparing Principals as Instructional Leaders: Perceptions of University Faculty, Expert Principals, and Expert Teacher Leaders

Although research has established links between the principal’s instructional leadership and student achievement, there is considerable concern in the literature concerning the capacity of principal preparation programs to prepare instructional leaders. This study interviewed educational leadership...

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Published in:NASSP bulletin 2015-06, Vol.99 (2), p.105-126
Main Authors: Taylor Backor, Karen, Gordon, Stephen P.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Academic Achievement
Administrator Attitudes
Administrator Characteristics
Administrator Education
Administrator Qualifications
Beginning Principals
Coding
College Admission
Communication Skills
Data Analysis
Educational Change
Educational leadership
Field Experience Programs
Instructional Leadership
Interviews
Knowledge Level
Leadership Qualities
Leadership Training
Learning
Learning Strategies
Principals
School principals
Supervision
Teacher Attitudes
Teacher Leadership
Teaching
Teaching Methods
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Summary:Although research has established links between the principal’s instructional leadership and student achievement, there is considerable concern in the literature concerning the capacity of principal preparation programs to prepare instructional leaders. This study interviewed educational leadership faculty as well as expert principals and teacher leaders to determine their perceptions concerning applicant screening; content to be taught, including functions, knowledge, skills, and dispositions; teaching and learning strategies; field experiences; and induction support. The researchers found considerable agreement across the three groups.
ISSN:0192-6365
1930-1405
DOI:10.1177/0192636515587353