Theories & Practices of Leadership in Education PDF

THEORIES & PRACTICES OF LEADERSHIP IN EDUCATION Shakeela Khurram Great man theory The great man theory is an approach to the study of history popularized in the 19th century according to which history can be largely explained by the impact of great men, or heroes: highly influential and u...

THEORIES & PRACTICES OF LEADERSHIP IN EDUCATION Shakeela Khurram Great man theory The great man theory is an approach to the study of history popularized in the 19th century according to which history can be largely explained by the impact of great men, or heroes: highly influential and unique individuals who, due to their natural attributes, such as superior intellect, heroic courage and extraordinary leadership qualities. Great Man Theory It refers to the belief that leaders are born with innate qualities rather than being made through experience or education. people in positions of power deserve to lead because of characteristics granted to them at birth, which ultimately help them become heroes. Trait Theory Gordon Allport was an early pioneer in the study of traits. This early work was the beginning of the modern psychological study of personality. Healso referred to traits within his work as dispositions/ tempers or nature. Concept of trait theory Thetrait theory of personality suggests that people have certain basic traits, and it is the strength and intensity of those traits that account for personality differences. The trait approach to personality is one of the major theoretical areas in the study of personality. Major goal of Trait Theory Traittheorists attempt to explain our personality by identifying our stable characteristics and behaving Patterns. They have identified important dimensions of personality. The Five Factor Model is the most widely accepted trait theory today. Behavioral Theories Behavioral theory seeks to explain human behavior by analyzing the antecedents/backgrounds and consequences present in the individual's environment and the learned associations he or she has acquired through previous experience. Cont… Behavioral theories describe how specific behaviors are acquired, strengthened, weakened, and shaped by context, and can be used to understand how parents can facilitate the cultivation of broad and flexible behavioral repertoires in their children. In the next chapter, we examine case conceptualization. The Managerial Leadership Grid Themanagerial grid model (The Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid model)is a self- assessment tool by which individuals and organizations can identify a manager's or leader's style. The grid was originally developed by Robert R. Blake and Jane S. Mouton in the 1960s and has evolved in subsequent decades. The managerial theory of leadership Management leadership theories — also known as transactional leadership theories — emphasize the role of supervision, organization, group performance, and a system of rewards and punishments to get things done. The essence of the managerial leadership grid TheManagerial Grid is a conceptual framework that helps managers analyze their leadership styles through a matrix of two behavioral dimensions, namely, Concern for People: This dimension shows how much a leader cares about their team's needs, interests, and growth. Role theory Roletheory defines people's behavior as a function of their roles, their position in social structures and the expectations attached to that position, all in the context of group norms, the unwritten, informal rules that govern group life. Role theory of leadership Roletheory of leadership understands leadership within a group as a result of a process of differentiation by which group members achieve group aims faster and whereby they meet their individual needs. Contingency Theories Fiedler's Contingency Theory Fiedler'sContingency Theory states that, for a leader to be effective, their leadership style must fit the situation. Using this model, you'll identify your own leadership style, assess the situation that requires leadership, and determine whether you're the right leader. Path-goal Theory RobertJ. House, founder of Path-Goal theory, believes that a leader's behavior is contingent on employee satisfaction, employee motivation and employee performance. Thepath-Goal theory states that a good leader provides clear direction, sets high goals, gets involved in goal achievement and supports his employees. Path-goal theory and contingency theory followers are on a path toward a goal, and leaders are there to help followers reach that goal through guidance, coaching, and direction. Path-goal theory is a contingency theory, in that it predicts how a leader's style will interact with a follower's needs and the nature of the task Cognitive resource theory of leadership The theory focuses on the influence of the leader's intelligence and experience on their reaction to stress. The essence of the theory is that stress is the enemy of rationality, damaging leaders' ability to think logically and analytically. The strategic contingency theory The strategic contingencies theory is based explicitly/clearly on dependencies resulting from task processes created by the division of labor. Power is derived from the structure of relationships that constitute an organization's system of workflow inter-dependencies. Fiedler's Contingency Theory example Atask-oriented manager excels in a structured production environment but struggles when transferred to a less structured, relationship-driven customer service role. Their effectiveness depends on the fit between their style and the environment. Situational Leadership Itis a flexible framework that enables leaders to tailor their approach to the needs of their team or individual members. Developed by Paul Hersey in 1969, this model provides a repeatable process for matching leadership behaviors to the performance needs of those being influenced.  Power and Influence Theory Sources of Power Power of Reward. The power of reward is also called the power of using positive reinforcements. Powerof Coercion. The power of coercion refers to when power is exerted using negative reinforcement. Legitimate Power. Legitimate power refers to the power that a person attains concerning his or her position at the workplace, or in other strata of life. ExpertPower. This kind of power comes into play when you have certain knowledge and learnings that earn you a level of respect. ReferentPower. the power that a person has over someone else who looks up to them. Search and Learn https://www.vedantu.com/commerce/the- concept-of-power Personal Power Source Personal power comes from a combination of positive traits and characteristics. It is based on social and personal skills, which make you naturally appealing to others. Effectiveleaders need to know how to use their personal power to influence the behavior of others. Types of personal power and Position Power Personalpower is categorized into two types: referent and expert power. There are three types of positional power: legitimate, coercive, and reward power.