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Qualitative Leadership Studies: A Critical Analysis

 Qualitative Leadership Studies: A Critical Analysis

The purpose of this presentation is to critically analyze articles on leadership studies to develop a coherent argument about leadership effectiveness in context. I will examine the following three peer-reviewed articles:

      ●          Culduz, M. (2024). The impact of educational leadership in improving the learning experience. In Promoting crisis management and creative problem-solving skills in educational leadership (pp. 168-189). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Murat-Culduz/publication/377477798_The_Impact_of_Educational_Leadership_in_Improving_the_Learning_Experience/links/65c2233534bbff5ba7f041dc/The-Impact-of-Educational-Leadership-in-Improving-the-Learning-Experience.pdf.

      ●          Desormeaux, L. (2023). Case study: Coaching in a career-advancement and leadership-development program for women. Psychology of Leaders and Leadership, 26(2), 127-147. https://doi.org/10.1037/mgr0000140

      ●          Quinteros, K. N., & Covarrubias, R. (2023). Reimagining leadership through the everyday resistance of faculty of color. Journal of Diversity in Higher Education. https://doi.org/10.1037/dhe0000471. https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=sso&db=psyh&AN=2023-37724-001&authtype=sso&custid=s9008876&site=ehost-live&scope=site&custid=s9008876&authtype=sso

The Impact of Educational Leadership in Improving the Learning Experience

Approach and Methods

●      A multi-method approach that provides a comprehensive exploration of the impact of educational leadership on the learning experience.

●      Literature review analyzing scholarly articles, books, reports, and other publications

●      Interviews with specialists working in Foundation University using a set of open-ended questions

Data and Analysis

●      Thematic analysis using data from the interviews

●      Identify recurring themes, patterns, and key findings

●      Code the data

●      Categorize the codes into themes

●      Analyze relationships and connections between themes

Thematic Analysis for Improving Learning Experience

            (Culduz, 2024)

Conclusion

The findings provide an analysis of the impact of educational leadership on the learning experience within the specific university context. By providing strategic direction, fostering a positive school culture, and implementing instructional best practices, educational leaders:

●      create an environment that nurtures learning

●      supports student achievement

●      enhances overall educational quality

Coaching in a Career-Advancement and Leadership-Development Program for Women

Approach and Methods

●      Qualitative case study using survey/questionnaire to examine coaching as a tool for women

○      career-advancement

○      leadership-development

●      The coaching program used was the one-coach, 16-participant model

Data and Analysis

●      Specifically addresses career leadership and development to advance women’s careers by helping participants

○      Clarify aspirations

○      Roles sought

○      Gaps

○      Competencies

○      Skills necessary

○      Foster behaviors needed to close the gaps

●      Participant data-driven

●      Triad dialogue involving the coach, participant, and the manager designed for specific and actionable feedback

Conclusion

The findings provide an analysis of the impact of how coaching can be used as an effective tool to support women in leadership develop competencies in the following areas:

●      Strategic thinking

●      Effective team leadership and management

●      Enhanced communication and presence

●      Networking

●      Visibility

Reimagining Leadership Through the Everyday Resistance of Faculty of Color

Approach and Methods

●      Qualitative study of Faculty of Color (FOC) at a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)

●      Critical Race Theory perspective

●      Interviews/Questionnaire/Snowball Sampling conducted with 16 FOC

Data and Analysis

●      Thematic Analysis with five themes constructed:

○      Prioritizing self-love to resist invisible labor

○      Refusing to take on leadership roles to combat tokenization

○      Being resourceful to maneuver little resources

○      Pursuing pathways outside of formal leadership to enact change

○      Preparing the next generation of scholars to counter systemic gatekeeping

●      Data collected from interviews used to examine resistance responses to navigate barriers in university leadership

Thematic Analysis for Faculty of Color

                                                                                                      (Quinteros & Covarrubias, 2023)

Conclusion

●      Commitment to eliminate oppression in context for marginalized groups

●      Practicing resistance for liberation instead of resistance for survival

Argument

Leadership effectiveness is contingent on context, such as the improved learning experiences in education for students and teachers, coaching and career development for women in leadership, and leadership rooted in resistance by faculty of color. Collectively, according to the sources, it is argued that effective leadership is multifaceted, and not a one-size-fits-all approach. It is adaptive to the specific situation, the individual needs, and the context at hand.  

The general consensus is that effective leadership is built upon establishing a positive and inclusive climate where individuals feel valued, safe, and motivated to learn. By fostering a culture that embraces diversity, engagement, and promotes collaboration, resources, and innovation, leadership effectiveness leads to increased learning experiences and empowerment for transformational change.                                   

Articles

Leadership Lens

Methodology

Context

Outcome

 

Culduz (2024)

 

Effective Educational Leadership

 

Multi-Method Approach

Impact on Individual Learning Outcomes at the University Level

Enhanced Learning Experiences by Students and Teachers

 

 

Desormeaux (2023

Career Leadership and Development Through Coaching

 

 

Case Study

 

Diversity and Inclusion Efforts for Women at a Fortune 500 Financial Institution

Enhanced Ability of Women Leaders to Compete for Promotional Opportunities

Quinteros & Covarrubias (2023)

 

Resistance and Inequity

 

Critical Race Theory Perspective

 

Faculty of Color at a Hispanic Serving Institute

 

Eliminating Oppression and Subordination
 

References

Culduz, M. (2024). The impact of educational leadership in improving the learning experience. In Promoting crisis management and creative problem-solving skills in educational leadership (pp. 168-189). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Murat-Culduz/publication/377477798_The_Impact_of_Educational_Leadership_in_Improving_the_Learning_Experience/links/65c2233534bbff5ba7f041dc/The-Impact-of-Educational-Leadership-in-Improving-the-Learning-Experience.pdf.

Desormeaux, L. (2023). Case study: Coaching in a career-advancement and leadership-development program for women. Psychology of Leaders and Leadership, 26(2), 127-147. https://doi.org/10.1037/mgr0000140

Quinteros, K. N., & Covarrubias, R. (2023). Reimagining leadership through the everyday resistance of faculty of color. Journal of Diversity in Higher Education. https://doi.org/10.1037/dhe0000471. https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=sso&db=psyh&AN=2023-37724-001&authtype=sso&custid=s9008876&site=ehost-live&scope=site&custid=s9008876&authtype=sso.

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