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The Leadership of School Principals in Egalitarian Matrilineal Society of Minangkabau
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The purpose of this research was to examine the influence of egalitarian cultural factors and a more dominant leadership style in principal leadership practices. The research sample was determined based on urban and inner-city zones with a total of 134 samples consisting of 8 school principals, 32 deputy principals, and 94 teachers. Stratified random utilized a survey design with quantitative methods, in which data were collected using a questionnaire as an instrument. Data were analyzed by utilizing SPSS 2.0 to calculate mean, percentage, standard deviation, Pearson correlation, and Stepwise multiple regression analysis. The results showed that learning leadership was more dominant and had the highest influence compared to the other two leadership styles. Four dimensions of transformational leadership influence simultaneously, the dominant influence is given by the Idealized Influence dimension. Two dimensions of learning leadership affect effective learning. The greatest influence is provided by the dimension of learning supervision. Four of the five indicators of Minangkabau cultural values have a significant effect on the leadership of the principals.
... Lastly, the impact of globalization and modernization on Minangkabau women's identities and agency warrants attention, as these forces introduce new dynamics into the traditional framework (Indra et al., 2022). The influx of global ideas and practices often creates opportunities for women to engage with external economic and cultural spheres, broadening their horizons and challenging local norms. ...
This research explores the relationship between power and gender, focusing mainly on Minangkabau Muslim women. The study integrates a literature review with ethnographic methods to understand how these women navigate societal structures that prioritize male authority, commonly referred to as ‘patriarchal frameworks ‘, while adhering to cultural traditions. Data were collected from academic sources, community reports, and fieldwork, highlighting women’s lived experiences in key lineage and household leadership positions. The findings indicate that while Minangkabau Muslim women are empowered by their roles as lineage bearers and heads of households, they encounter significant challenges due to the intersection of gender and Islamic norms. Tensions emerge between their matrilineal heritage and the patriarchal structures reinforced by specific interpretations of Islam, which restrict their economic participation, decision-making power, and access to resources. Despite these constraints, women utilize strategies such as pursuing financial independence, engaging in education, and reinterpreting Islamic teachings to align with their cultural and gender identities. This research emphasizes the complexities of gender dynamics in matrilineal societies, especially where Islamic norms intersect with local traditions. It highlights the importance of evolving cultural practices in fostering more inclusive and equitable social structures, offering a potential pathway for positive change within the Minangkabau community.
During the last few decades, effective leadership research has been an area of growing interest, debate, and examination in many scholarly studies. Scholars such as Peter G. Northouse (1997), Catherine Barrett and Robert Breyer (2014), Bradley S. Smith (2016) have provided a host of reviews and studies in the realm of effective leadership with the purpose to demarcate the potential leadership styles, approaches, and insights into what constitutes effective leadership qualities in educational institutions. This paper aims at examining effective leadership in the educational context in Morocco. Specifically, it attempts to unravel the timely challenges facing the development and progress of leadership in Moroccan educational institutions. By the same token, it tries to discuss some perspectives which foreground potential advancements in the educational sphere. The paper adopts a meta-synthesis technique, whereby a special examination of the various already conducted studies came out with conclusions: perspectives and challenges. The typical meta-synthesis method consists of articles, books, and any scholarly academic source related to school effectiveness with respect to leadership. Owing to its descriptive, diagnostic, and generative nature, this method allows the researcher to explore the wide-range of pitfalls and weaknesses which provide potential opportunities for alternative conclusions to be adopted in restructured and well-run approaches to leadership and school effectiveness. The major results and conclusions drawn from this paper are to be deeply and qualitatively discussed and analyzed.
This study discusses the problems of West Sumatra’s local governments in the practice and implementation of Adat Basandi Syarak Syarak Basandi Kitabullah (ABS-SBK) tradition philosophy in the West Sumatra regional medium-term development plan in 2016-2021. The purpose is to organize the program and activities developed in the regional budget. This study analyzes the ABS-SBK tradition philosophy practice in West Sumatra government administration. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method; moreover, the data collection in this study uses semi-structured interviews related to the practice of ABS-SBK tradition philosophy. This study interviewed 14 informants consisting of customary stakeholders, religious leaders, bureaucrats, academics, women (bundokanduang), and community leaders. In determining the informants, this study uses a purposive sampling method conducted in Agam Regency and Limapuluh Kota Regency in West Sumatra Province. This study found that four factors influence the implementation and practice of the ABS-SBK tradition philosophy in the government level: 1) the absence of apparent ABS-SBK tradition philosophy substance values, 2) the traditional transcendental and profane values of the traditional and sharia institution did not work very well in maintaining and preserving Minangkabau traditional values, 3) the absence of individual consensus and commitment toward ABS-SBK philosophy, and 4) the poor and minimum ABS-SBK tradition philosophy implementation at the government level. People interpret and translate this philosophy according to their understanding since no specific guidelines govern their interaction. This fact is understandable and reasonable since it is part of their life. The same goes for the government level, the absence of the guidelines causes a poor and minimum effort in their development program using ABS-SBK tradition philosophy as the basic. It also leads to a consensus between customary and religious institutions. The government finds it challenging to translate this philosophy into their programs and activities development so that they cannot directly refer their programs to this original philosophy from Minangkabau.
How did globalisation affect living standards and inequality in colonies relying on exports? This question is investigated through a comparison of social and economic developments in two regions of the Dutch East Indies (colonial Indonesia): Minangkabau in West Sumatra and Priangan in West Java, looking at the period between 1800 and 1940. These two regions were remarkably similar in terms of export crops grown and factor endowments and the Dutch colonial government implemented a comparable system of forced coffee cultivation in both these areas in the nineteenth century. Outcomes in terms of levels of income and economic inequality in these areas differed markedly, mainly as a result of different indigenous property rights regarding land and the power of local elites. This article highlights the interaction between indigenous and colonial institutions and the importance of this interaction for social and economic development in an age of rising global trade.
The state recognizes and respects indigenous and tribal people and their traditional rights insofar as they are alive
and in accordance with the development of society and the principles of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia,
as contained in Article 18 B paragraph 2 of the 1945 Constitution. However, the fulfillment of cultural identity and the
rights of indigenous people have not been maximized. This study aims to find the conceptual model of the Customary
Justice system in an effort to protect the existence of the rights of indigenous people to build the strength of civil society
in West Sumatra. This research uses research and development methods. Data retrieval is done by survey, observation,
interview, and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) methods. This study found that; 1) Minangkabau people have their own
local wisdom in resolving customary disputes, even for a broader range of life issues, long before Indonesia was found, 2)
Nagari Customary Justice system is a translation of Limbago Adat which is the life philosophy of Minangkabau people, 3)
Nagari Customary Judicial institutional structure is a representation of the existence of the tribe in the Nagari, so that its
cultural legitimacy becomes strong. And, 4) the Nagari Customary Justice system is an effort to build the sovereignty of
civil society, namely an autonomous, independent, egalitarian, and democratic society. It is hoped that the results of this
study will be a guideline in establishing the Nagari Customary Justice institution in West Sumatra.
Keywords: Customary Justice, Sovereignty, Civil Society, Nagari.
This article explores the transformation of the matrilineal system within Minangkabau children’s carito. In general, children’s carito are considered bedtime stories that convey positive values; as such, research into them has focused on values. Children’s carito have been collected through interviews with storytellers who retain the carito within their memories. The memories of these storytellers have changed together with changes in the storytellers themselves and in their environments. To explore the changes in the matrilineal system within the carito, one story has been analyzed over three generations (from grandparents, parents, to children). Changes in the matrilineal system are evidenced through the carito characters’ emergence and disappearance, their actions, and their interactions with their mothers, who—as in the matrilineal system—are central within the carito. Changes, differences, and behaviors within the carito indicate the dynamic transformation of communal families to conjugal families and ultimately nuclear families.
CELLO is derived from Community English Language Learning and Orai. It is a new teaching method developed especially in the community of English language learning based on the idea of Curran�s work on teaching method. CELLO is a combination between an innovative teaching method and media technology called Orai Application that is applied in teaching and learning of speaking especially in fostering students� fluency. Today, all graduates face a world transformed by technology, in which the Internet, cloud computing, and social media create different opportunities and challenges for formal education systems. This paper aims to explore the use of CELLO in assisting student�s speaking fluency. This classroom action research consists of three cycles in which each cycle consists of six stages, namely identify the problem, data gathering, data interpreting, action on evidence, evaluation, and revision. The obtained data showed that CELLO method could improve students� speaking fluency. �Based on the finding, implementing CELLO method is strongly recommended in teaching speaking especially at fostering students� speaking fluency.Keywords: CELLO; speaking fluency; technology 4.0; industrial revolution; action research.
This study aimed at determing the effect of transformational leadership and work motivation on teachers performance. This research used quantitative method with correlational research type. The research population were 790 teachers of SMK Negeri in Palembang. The sample of research were 193 teachers. Sampling technique in this research was cluster sampling (area sampling). Data collection technique was questionnaires. Data were analyzed using correlation and multiple regression analysis technique. The results showed that (1) transformational leadership has a positive and significant effect on the teachers performance SMK Negeri in Palembang; (2) work motivation has a positive and significant effect on the teachers performance of SMK Negeri in Palembang; and (3) transformational leadership and work motivation have a positive and significant influence on the teachers performance of SMK Negeri in Palembang.
During the last 10 years, research into schools facing challenging circumstances has attracted the attention of researchers around the world. The aim of this study was to understand the challenges that school leaders face as they per form their work, the nature of the context in which these challenges arise, the strategies school leaders adopt to deal with the complexities of their work and the reasons behind these strategies. For this purpose, we investigated a single case study of a Chilean K8 school achieving extraordinary success despite its adverse circumstances. Interviews and focus groups were conducted with the principal, the vice-principal, the teachers, the students and the management team of the school. The interviews were focused on the challenges experienced by the school community, and on the strategies implemented in order to face them. The findings are organized around three key themes: first, the importance of nurturing high expectations among students and staff; secondly, the importance of enhancing teachers’ morale; thirdly, the importance of setting and sharing a common vision for a preferred future. These key themes have been instrumental to the success of the school may be enlightening to other schools, that are facing comparable challenging circumstances, especially in Chile.
This paper analyses the discourse surrounding the perceived threat of free seks and pergaulan bebas (free socializing) to the moral health of young Minangkabau people, and in particular, young women, in West Sumatra. It uses the sociological frame of “moral panic” to examine contemporary discussions about globalization and the influence of “the West” in West Sumatra. The paper examines the way in which “the authorities” in West Sumatra (media, such as teen magazines and newspapers, academics, government and law, teachers, and community leaders) present the threat, and the way in which young people, who are the target of the moral panic onslaught, see themselves in relation to the threat. I argue that, unlike the original “folk devils” of the moral panics in Britain, young people in Minangkabau broadly give their consent to the authorities, displaying a striking commitment to social conservatism, local culture, and Islamic values.
The study deals with the analysis of the current situation of democratic leadership in nursery schools/kindergartens. The survey depicts reflective view at educationalists on the style of nursery school management. It tries to detect the reserves and point out the bottlenecks in democratic leadership of nursery schools in the context with modern school management. The research results can help to intensify the management of nursery schools in the Czech Republic and positively influence its efficiency.
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between educational leadership and teacher's motivation. The research described here was anchored in the convergence of two fundamental theories of leadership and motivation: the full range model of leadership and self‐determination theory. The central hypotheses were that transformational leadership would predict autonomous motivation among teachers, whereas transactional leadership would predict controlled motivation. The authors further predicted that autonomous motivation would mediate the relations between transformational leadership and teachers' burnout and that controlled motivation would mediate the relations between transactional leadership and burnout.
Design/methodology/approach
Questionnaires assessing the variables of interest were completed by 122 Israeli teachers.
Findings
Results, based on structure equation modeling, supported the hypotheses, suggesting that leadership styles among school principals play a significant role in teachers' motivation and well‐being.
Research limitations/implications
The school's environment in Western society is characterized by many impositions and pressures that affect teachers' well‐being, as reflected in their quality and intensity of motivation, affect, and burnout. Thus, the present research findings suggest that if the power in educational systems is delegated to school principals, and if the latter are encouraged and trained to be autonomy supportive toward their educational staff, then these steps may potentially facilitate teachers' autonomous motivation, satisfaction, and well‐being.
Originality/value
Few studies have examined the relationship between various styles of leadership and different types of motivation among followers. The present novel study has the potential to fill this gap by empirically studying the relationship between educational leadership and teachers' motivation.
Typescript. Thesis (Ed. D.)--Stanford University, 1983. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 133-136).
Purpose
Aims to explore the role of Principals in producing outstanding education outcomes in Years 7 to 10 in New South Wales (Australia) government schools.
Design/methodology/approach
Sites where “outstanding” educational outcomes were believed to be occurring were selected using a variety of data including performance in standardised tests, public examinations, various value added measures and nominations from various stakeholders. Sites were of two types: subject departments responsible for teaching certain subjects and teams responsible for cross‐school programs in Years 7 to 10. Sites were selected to be broadly representative. Some schools had more than one site, e.g. Mathematics and Student Welfare. A total of 50 sites across NSW from 38 secondary schools were studied.
Findings
With both subject departments and teams responsible for cross‐school programs, leadership was found to be a key factor in the achievement of outstanding educational outcomes. Often, this leadership was exercised by the Principal, but additional key personnel included Head Teachers (heads of faculties/departments), Deputy Principals, and teachers playing leading roles in faculties and programs. Analysis of data revealed certain attributes and practices of the Principals of these schools, which are explored, central to which is a focus on students and their learning.
Research limitations/implications
Principals were those of secondary schools from one educational system. Other papers will explore the role of leaders such as Heads of Department, Deputy Principals and teacher leaders.
Practical implications
This article has implications for principal selection, training, appraisal and professional development.
Originality/value
Detailed case studies have provided an examination of leadership effectiveness in a wide range of contexts, which much commonality confirmed.
Purpose
This paper aims to understand the association between organisational learning and leadership styles in the healthcare context.
Design/methodology/approach
A qualitative approach was applied in two continuous care units in the same Portuguese healthcare organisation (single case study). Data were obtained from a survey of 28 collaborators and an interview with its manager‐leader/general director. Documental analysis was also used.
Findings
The findings attested to the central role of organisational learning and leadership in organisational performance/effectiveness within healthcare organisations. Different levels of performance were identified in the organisation selected. The practical implications of findings are also discussed.
Research limitations/implications
The study of a single case has been analysed, with the consequent disadvantage of not considering generalisation. For this reason, further research should be carried out to detect structural and cultural differences in healthcare organisations. On the other hand, most of the writing on organisational learning and leadership is conceptual, so this empirical study was important.
Originality/value
Despite the vast quantity of studies in the domain of leadership and organisational learning, very little work associates these two topics. Taking into account the relevance of these research topics for healthcare organisations, the findings give additional support to the argument that leadership plays an important role in instilling organisational learning in the healthcare sector.
Advances in technology have inspired a growing debate regarding effective instructional strategies in our present educational system. As the roles and responsibilities of administrative leaders shift, this research was conducted to ascertain what leadership attributes affect the integration of technology to improve teaching and learning. A survey of Ohio public educators was conducted to identify faculty perceptions of building leadership and how these perceptions influence attitudes toward innovative technology implementation efforts, and ultimately student achievement. This study focuses on the relationship between administrative leadership styles and implementation of new technological programs or instructional strategies.
Effective Schools research has focused thinking on effective learning as one of the major outcomes of schooling. Unfortunately, however, research findings on effective learning are limited because mental activity is covert and learning can only be inferred from subsequent responses. Integrating such concepts as ability, motivation, self‐efficacy and perseverance has also proved difficult. Even though teaching is an overt activity, the models that have been constructed fail to do justice to the complexity of its components. The respective roles of modelling, expectations, instruction and feedback, for instance, are not well understood. The School Effectiveness research, however, has identified a number of factors which operate at both the classroom and the whole‐school level and which provide guidance for practitioners on how effective learning may be promoted. This paper reviews these areas of research.
Research findings reinforce the relevance to pupil performance of the institutional elements of leadership, expectations, and atmosphere. (Author/MLF)
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