Principals Leadership Effectiveness and Challenges in Government Primary Schools of Arada Sub City in Addis Ababa
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2019-10
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Addis Ababa University
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The main purpose of this study was to assess the leadership effectiveness of primary school principals in Arada sub city in Addis Ababa. The study was guided by the following four basic questions. To what extent do primary school principals carry out principal leadership roles? To what extent do school principals implement the necessary leadership skills? Which leadership style is highly emphasized by the school principal? What are the schools’ factors that affect the effectiveness of primary school principals? In order to meet the objectives of the study descriptive survey method was employed. Seven sample schools were selected for this study. A total of 150 teachers and 52 educational leaders were primary sources of the data. Data were collected using questionnaires and interviews. Statistical tools like percentage, mean value, standard deviation and t-test were used to analyze the data. The finding of the study revealed that principals were found to be effective in .evaluating strength and weakens of the school and identifying the need of teachers and moderately effective in dealing and involving the community as well as work with parents and in evaluating instructional activities .However, principals showed lower performance in supporting teaching and learning activities, taking part in improving curriculum and encouraging teachers in conducting action research. Moreover, lack of training in school leadership’ lack of commitment, lack of knowledge base and lack of self confidence were found to be major barriers that hinder the effectiveness of principals . Based on the findings it was recommended that, the principals need to work more in supporting teaching and learning activities, taking part in improving the curriculum, encouraging teachers in conducting action research, evaluating the strength and weakness of the school, identifying the need of teachers and dealing with business sectors and NGOs by coordinating and delegating the activities to vice-principals, department heads and teachers. The REB, SCED and WEO would facilitate training in educational leadership and management. The school leaders need to pay due attention and devote their time, resource and energy to make staff development and research works a reality at the school level.
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