Transformationa
Transformational
Leadership Role of Principals in Implementing Informational and Communication
Technologies in Schools
Mojgan Afshari*, Simin
Ghavifekr , Saedah Siraj and Rahmad Sukor Ab. Samad
Department of Educational
Management, Planning and Policy, Faculty of Education, University of
Malaya
Abstract: The
implementation of information and communication technologies is very important
to schools. Transformational leaders provide greater contributions to implement
technology in education. This paper examines the relationship between two
independent variables (computer competence and computer use) and
transformational leadership role of principals in implementing ICT in schools.
This paper based on responses from 320 school leaders in Iran, reports that
computer competence and ICT usage are key factors that influence technology
leadership behaviors. It is suggested that decision makers should provide
professional development for principals to become proficient in all the
competency areas.
[Mojgan Afshari, Simin Ghavifekr, Saedah Siraj, &
Rahmad Sukor Ab.Samad. Transformational Leadership Role of Principals
in Implementing Informational and Communication Technologies in Schools. Life
Sci J 2012;9(1):281-284]. (ISSN: 1097-8135). http://www.lifesciencesite.com. 39
Keywords: ICT competence, ICT use, transformational leadership,
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