Transactional, Instructional and Servant Leadership
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2024-06-01
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This document provides a comprehensive exploration of three distinct leadership approaches commonly observed in educational settings. Transactional leadership emphasizes clear expectations, rewards, and consequences, making it effective in structured environments. Instructional leadership focuses on guiding educators to enhance teaching practices and improve student outcomes, with school leaders acting as instructional mentors. Servant leadership prioritizes the well-being and development of team members, fostering a culture of empowerment and shared decision-making. This resource highlights the characteristics, benefits, and challenges of each style, offering educators insights into selecting and adapting leadership approaches for their contexts.