Title: Principals Leadership Styles And Secondary Schools Effectiveness In Awka South Local Government (Lga) Area
Authors: Nwoye Christina Ogochukwu
Volume: 8
Issue: 10
Pages: 100-110
Publication Date: 2024/10/28
Abstract:
The study examined principals' leadership styles and secondary school's effectiveness in Awka South Local Government Area (LGA). A descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The sample population comprised 19 principals of public secondary schools in Awka South LGA. A structured questionnaire was used for the collection of data. The instrument was subjected to face validation and pilot test using Cronbach Alpha which gave a reliability coefficient value of 0.79. Data collected from the study were analyzed using mean scores, as well as inferential statistics, including t-test correlation and ANOVA to determine the relationship between leadership styles and school effectiveness. The study found that on the prevalence of leadership styles, there is no dominant leadership style among principals. The school's effectiveness is moderately effective, with low mean scores across indicators. Regarding different leadership styles and school effectiveness, there is a strong positive correlation between democratic and transformational styles; and a significant impact from autocratic and laissez-faire styles. The research concluded that the principals in Awka South LGA employ a mix of leadership styles, with no dominant approach. The democratic and transformational styles have a minor positive impact on school effectiveness, but overall, the leadership approaches are efficient enough to significantly enhance school effectiveness. Based on the summary of the findings and conclusion, practical recommendations given were for the implementation of leadership training programs which should be focused on strengthening democratic and transformational leadership skills among principals. This could help in fostering a more collaborative and motivated school environment.