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Culture advancements and aesthetic refers to the complex collection of values of a society. knowledge, beliefs, values, norms, Non-Material Culture behaviors, traditions, and material Encompasses intangible aspects of objects that...

Culture advancements and aesthetic refers to the complex collection of values of a society. knowledge, beliefs, values, norms, Non-Material Culture behaviors, traditions, and material Encompasses intangible aspects of objects that characterize a society culture, such as beliefs, values, norms, or social group. It is the shared way customs, traditions, and languages. of life that unites individuals, These elements shape societal influencing how they think, feel, and behaviors, interactions, and act. perceptions of the world. For instance, 1. Learned: Culture is not inherited the idea of democracy or religious faith biologically but acquired through social falls under nonmaterial culture. interaction. From birth, individuals learn cultural norms through family, Interrelation of Material and Non- education, and peers. material Culture 2. Shared: Culture is collective, For example, the invention of the binding people together by providing internet (material culture) has common values, beliefs, and practices. transformed communication and 3. Symbolic: It relies on symbols, relationships such as language, gestures, and art, to (nonmaterial culture). Similarly, cultural convey meaning and facilitate values (nonmaterial) often dictate how communication. material objects are created and used. 4. Dynamic and Adaptive: Culture ELEMENTS OF CULTURE evolves over time, adapting to changes Symbols: Objects, gestures, or in the environment, technology, and sounds that represent ideas or societal needs. concepts. For example, the flag 5. Integrated: Cultural elements represents national identity, while are interconnected; changes in one language is a fundamental symbolic aspect, such as technology, can system. influence religion, education, and Language: A system of economy. communication that allows individuals 6. Prescriptive: Culture provides to convey thoughts and share guidelines for acceptable behavior, experiences. It is essential for cultural promoting order and stability within a transmission and social interaction. society. Norms: Established rules and expectations for behavior. Norms are Material Culture categorized into: Refers to the physical objects, Beliefs: Ideas individuals hold to be true, artifacts, and spaces created by which may be influenced by religion, humans that have cultural science, or personal experience. significance. Examples include Customs and Traditions: Practices tools, buildings, art, clothing, passed down through generations that and technology. Material culture reflect a group's identity and heritage. reflects the technological Values: Deeply held beliefs about what is desirable or undesirable, right or Formal Education wrong. Schools and academic institutions Values guide decision-making and systematically teach language, history, behavior. values, and norms, reinforcing cultural identity. Essential Functions Informal Education: Of Culture Families, peers, and community members Social impart cultural knowledge through Cohesion: observation, imitation, and participation in Culture provides shared values and traditions. norms that foster a sense of belonging Language and Communication: and unity among members of society. As a primary vehicle for cultural transmission, language enables Identity Formation: It shapes individuals to share and preserve cultural individuals' self-concepts and group narratives and values. affiliations, offering a sense of purpose Technology's Role: and understanding of one's role in Modern technologies, such as social society. media and online platforms, Behavior Regulation: Cultural norms accelerate cultural exchange and and values guide individuals on adaptation, blending traditional and appropriate conduct, maintaining order contemporary practices. and reducing conflict. Challenges: Adaptation to Environment: Globalization and cultural homogenization Culture equips societies with tools, can threaten unique cultural identities, knowledge, and practices to adapt making intentional education about one's and thrive in diverse environments. heritage increasingly important. Knowledge Transmission: Through School culture education and communication, culture refers to the shared beliefs, ensures the preservation and values,traditions, and behaviors that dissemination of collective knowledge shape the social and emotional and skills. environment of a school. It Social Change and Innovation: encompassesthe norms, expectations, While providing stability, culture and practices that influence how also encourages creativity and students, teachers, administrators, and adaptation, fostering societal staff interact. progress. TYPES OF SCHOOL CULTURE 1. Collaborative Culture. Cultural Emphasizes teamwork and shared Transmission in Education decision-making. refers to the process by which culture 2. Competitive Culture. is passed from one generation to the Focuses on individual next, ensuring the continuity of achievement and performance. societal practices, beliefs, and 3. Innovative Culture. knowledge. Encourages experimentation and the use of new ideas or Adaptability: Adjusting strategies to technologies align with changing environments. 4. Traditional Culture. Values Empowerment: Encouraging staff and long-standing practices and students to contribute ideas. routines 5. Toxic Culture. Characterized An educational leader believes in by negativity, resistance to servant leadership. They prioritize change, and lack of trust. teacher well-being by implementing professional development programs, The cultural identity of a school is creating a support network, and shaped by its history, community context, ensuring manageable workloads. By and the shared experiences of its doing so, they foster a culture of mutual members. It reflects the school’s mission, respect and productivity. vision, and core values. Principles Inclusivity: 2. Situational Theory of Ensuring all members feel valued and Leadership respected. The situational theory of leadership posits Equity: Addressing disparities to that no single leadership style is effective provide fair opportunities for all in all situations. Leaders must adapt their students. approach based on the competence and Sustainability: Embedding practices commitment of their team members. that ensure long-term success and 3. Contingency Theory of Leadership well-being. The contingency theory suggests that a leader's effectiveness depends on the Key Leadership Strategies: alignment between their leadership style and situational factors, such as the task Vision Setting: Articulating a clear and structure, group dynamics, and leader- inspiring mission that aligns with the member relationships. school’s values. Modeling: Demonstrating behaviors that Principles of Effective Org. reflect the desired culture, such as Leadership transparency and empathy. Building Relationships: Fostering trust Effective organizational leadership in and open communication among education is guided by principles such as: stakeholders. Strategic Vision: Leaders anticipate Empowering Others: Encouraging future challenges and prepare teacher and student leadership to build a accordingly. sense of ownership. Collaboration: Promoting teamwork Organizational Leadership: Key among staff and stakeholders. principles include: Accountability: Establishing transparent Visionary Leadership: Setting a clear, systems to monitor performance. inspiring vision. Ethical Practices: Maintaining integrity Effective Leadership Styles and fairness. Educational leaders often employ various styles based on their objectives 4. Servant Leadership: This style and the needs of their team: focuses on leaders serving the needs of Transformational Leadership: Inspires their team members. In educational and motivates through vision and settings, a servant leader prioritizes enthusiasm. teacher and student well-being, providing Transactional Leadership: Focuses resources and support to ensure their on structured rewards and success. consequences. Laissez-Faire Leadership: Allows Structural and Process Quality autonomy with minimal interference. Structural Quality in educational Leadership style: refers to the way in leadership refers to the organizational which a leader interacts with others, framework, resources, and infrastructure makes decisions, and guides their of an educational institution, while followers. In the context of educational process quality refers to the methods, leadership, the style adopted by school practices, and procedures used to deliver administrators or academic leaders can education. Both dimensions are critical to greatly influence the atmosphere of the effective educational leadership. school and the effectiveness of educational practices. Key Elements: Structural Quality: This includes the Types of Leadership Styles: school’s physical infrastructure (buildings, classrooms), human 1. Autocratic Leadership: This style resources (teacher qualifications, staff involves leaders making decisions support), and financial resources. unilaterally, without input from others. In Process Quality: This refers to how education, an autocratic leader might educational processes are carried out, make decisions about curriculum such as teaching methods, assessment changes or disciplinary actions without procedures, curriculum implementation, consulting teachers or students. and student support services. 2. Democratic Leadership: A Mentoring, Coaching, & Empowerment democratic leader encourages Mentoring: A mentor is a more participation and collaboration among all experienced individual who guides and stakeholders in decision-making. In supports a less experienced colleague schools, this might involve gathering (often a new teacher) in their professional input from teachers, students, and development. parents before making significant Coaching: Coaching is a more changes. structured, performance-driven form of 3. Transformational Leadership: support aimed at improving specific skills, Transformational leaders inspire and such as classroom management or motivate others by creating a vision for curriculum planning. change and encouraging innovation. Empowerment: Empowerment involves They tend to focus on long-term goals giving individuals the tools, resources, and fostering a culture of growth. and authority to make decisions and take ownership of their roles in the such as making decisions, enforcing educational process. policies, and managing resources. authority. Influence Vs. Authority Influence: Influence is built over time Key Differences: through relationships, credibility, and the Authority: Authority comes from the ability to inspire and motivate others. position a leader holds and is often Leaders with influence may not have accompanied by formal responsibilities, formal authority but are highly respected by their colleagues.