2. Significance of Comparative Leadership
Studies
The intrinsic nature of a culture which is unique and has
impact on the conduciveness of institutional structure and processes.
The limitation of existing studies and framework has
been generally recognized.
With the growing internationalization of policy, the
significance of culture in the adoption and implementation of the
educational policy in diverse school contexts assumes greater
importance.
(Dimmock & Walker, 1998)
3. A General Framework for Leadership
Leadership Defined
A process used by leaders to give purpose to the
collective efforts of members of the organization while
influencing them to work collaboratively in an
environment of mutual respect and trust.
(Green, 2013)
4. Theories which guide leadership studies
1. The personal characteristics and traits of leaders
2. Organizational dimension
3. Contingency and situational leadership theories
5. The personal characteristics and traits of leaders
Traits and Leadership Effectiveness
Styles of Leader Behavior
Dimensions of Leader Behavior
6. Organizational Dimensions
Normative and Idiographic dimensions
(Getzel & Guba, 1957)
Tasks, Relationships, and Participative Leadership
Blake and Mouton’s Managerial Grid
7. Contingency and Situational Leadership Theories
Fiedler Contingency Model
Vroom and Yetton Normative Decision Model
Vroom-Jago Revised Model
Path-Goal Theory
Situational Leadership
11. Hofested’s Four Dimensions of Culture
Power distance
Collectivism vs. Individualism
Femininity vs. Masculinity
Uncertainty Avoidance
12. Leadership Processes
Position, role and power
Leadership style and orientation
Collaboration and participation
Motivation
Planning
Decision making
Interpersonal communication
Conflict resolution
Staff appraisal