The Impact of Leadership Development Programs on School Management in Secondary Schools in Eastern China

Fangyuan Chen; Jamalul Lail Abdul Wahab

doi:10.54097/xm2vd897

Authors

Fangyuan Chen
Jamalul Lail Abdul Wahab

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/xm2vd897

Keywords:

Leadership Development Programs, School Management, Mixed-Methods Approach, Educational Policies

Abstract

This research proposal presents an in-depth examination of the impact of leadership development programs (LDPs) on the effectiveness of school management in secondary schools throughout Eastern China. The study aims to explore how LDPs are implemented, the challenges faced during their execution, and the resulting outcomes on school management practices. By adopting a mixed-methods approach, which includes both quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, the research seeks to offer a comprehensive understanding of how these programs influence management effectiveness. The proposal also includes a thorough background and literature review, detailed methodology, and discusses the anticipated results and significance of the study, emphasizing its potential to inform future educational policies and practices.

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