AN INVESTIGATION OF LEADERSHIP ATTITUDE OF SCHOOL PRINCIPALS AND ITS EFFECT ON THEIR PRODUCTIVITY

AN INVESTIGATION OF LEADERSHIP ATTITUDE OF SCHOOL PRINCIPALS AND ITS EFFECT ON THEIR PRODUCTIVITY

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1       BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

Leadership is a person’s behavior when he is in charge of directing the actions of a group toward a common goal. It entails leading by example for others to follow. Leadership behavior, according to Hemphil and Loons (1955), is defined as the behavior of those who are technically members of a group. When leading others, it is essential to ship according to the needs of those being led. Depending on their needs, goals, and attitude, they may be directed toward the organization’s goal. When dread and fear appear around the corner, a successful leader inspires those around him or her with confidence. The leadership behavior of primary and secondary school principals is an essential tool for good administration, as it aids in the projection and evaluation of students. In schools, learning is promoted. Effective leaders in schools are more likely to achieve their educational goals and objectives, one of which is to develop and expand human knowledge capacity in the process of doing things (Hemphil and Loons, 1955). To lead is to direct someone in a specific direction, course of action, or other similar activity. Corbalhy published a paper on this subject in 1975. A leader’s goal is to instill good leadership behavior in his or her subordinates. To do so, he or she must first earn genuine respect for his or her own leadership abilities, and his or her leadership must then be based on functions rather than solely on his or her position in the organization.

hierarchy. Through their leadership, principals should instill trust in their employees, students, and other interest groups within the school environment. Given that school is a social institution, it is critical for leaders to establish a leadership style that promotes workplace discipline while also encouraging productivity and encouraging students to put forth their best efforts.

The goal of this study is to determine school administrators’ leadership attitudes and the impact of those attitudes on their productivity.

1.2. STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

Leadership behavior or style is very important because it is one of the most important drivers of a company’s success or failure. To be considered progressive, a company or group of people’s leaders must maintain They must have a high level of collaboration, motivation, and communication with their subordinates. In essence, because it is the foundation of the school, the principle’s leadership behavior has a significant impact on the development and advancement of teaching and learning in secondary school. The leadership style of the individual or group can either hinder or help teachers’ and students’ learning success. It almost always leads to discord and conflict between staff and students, principals and employees, and so on (Hemphil and Loons, 1955). As a result, principals’ leadership behavior in school management should promote harmony, peace, and agreement in order to promote a conducive environment for learning as well as a healthy environment for teachers or students.

staffs with their respective principals, which will help students become better community citizens in the long run. To that end, this study will attempt to determine the leadership characteristics of secondary school principals, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of using kits. Furthermore, recommendations on the best leadership style to use in schools will be made, promoting a calm environment for both the leader and the subordinate.

1.3 THE STUDY’S OBJECTIVES

The study’s overarching goal is to investigate school principals’ leadership attitudes and their impact on productivity. The research will be guided by the following criteria:

i. To investigate the relationship between the principal’s leadership style and staff productivity.

ii. Determine the relationship between the principals

leadership attitude and student academic productivity.

iii. To look into the connection between the principal’s leadership style and the teaching and learning environment among teachers and students.

1.4 QUESTION FOR RESEARCH

The following study questions have been prepared:

Is there a link between the principal’s leadership style and staff productivity?

Is there a link between the principal’s leadership style and student academic productivity?

Is there a link between the principal’s leadership style and the teaching and learning environment among teachers and students?

1.5 THE IMPORTANCE OF THE STUDY

The study will be significant to principals of schools as they are often regarded by their teachers as leaders in the administration and in school, Board of Education, parents and teachers and other various public people usually hold

The principal is accountable for the success or failure of the school organization.

The study will be important to the academic community because it will add to the existing literature.

1.6 STUDY OBJECTIVES

The research will look into the relationship between a principal’s leadership style and staff productivity. The research will also look into the relationship between the principal’s leadership style and student academic productivity. Finally, the research will look into the relationship between the principal’s leadership style and the teaching and learning environment among teachers and students. As a result, this study is limited to Akwa Ibom State.

1.7 THE STUDY’S LIMITATIONS

The researchers encountered minor constraints while conducting the study, as with any human endeavor. Inadequate funds tend to impede the researcher’s efficiency in locating relevant materials.

The researcher chose a moderate sample size because there was a lack of literature, information, and in the process of data collection (internet, questionnaire, and interview). Furthermore, the researcher will conduct this study alongside other academic work. As a result, the time spent researching will be reduced.

1.8 DEFINITIONS OF TERMS

Leadership is defined as the action of directing a group of people or an organization.

A settled way of thinking or feeling about something is referred to as an attitude.

School principals are the educators in charge of running a school.

Productivity is defined as the state or quality of being productive.