Date of Award
2020
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department
Education
Abstract
The search for the factors that define an effective school have proved elusive. A look at the inputs of school (Coleman et al., 1966), the outputs of schools (Fund, 1961; National Manpower Council, 1964), and the schools themselves, have led to a lot of research but not to a formula proven to result in an effective school for all kids. Although the research has yet to land on a formula for school improvement, the building principal and the culture of the school are mentioned often as factors that just may lead to the improvement in schools so often sought out. This quantitative study attempted to close the gap in the research by examining the potential relationship between the strength of principal personality and the collaborative nature of a schools culture. Data analysis involved correlation and ANOVA. The inferential analysis revealed a statistically significant relationship between principal strength in Imaginer and the school culture factor of Teacher Collaboration. This study will benefit principals, district human resource officials, and anyone else who is charged with making hiring decisions for leadership positions within K-12 schools.
Recommended Citation
Huotari, Chase R., "The Principal And School Culture: An Exploration Of Principals Strengths Of Personality And The Collaborative Characteristics Of Schools" (2020). All-Inclusive List of Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 2142.
https://scholars.indianastate.edu/etds/2142