Theory of Sustainable Change in Education: Leadership Perspectives
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.37659/2663-5070-2024-13-67-82Keywords:
educational change, leadership, leadership theory, resistance to changeAbstract
A variety of change models are used in business and education, yet there seems to be a gap in models constructed specifically to attend to the nuances of educational change. This study investigated change in the K-12 education system. Data were collected from 12 participants who were in leadership positions for at least 5 years. Three themes (and 10 subthemes) emerged: fostering a culture of trusting relationships, barriers to educational change, and common ground for sustainable change. The data led to the development of the theory of sustainable change in education: leadership perspectives. This article aims to provide an overview of the theory.
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