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Exploring Teacher Leadership for Learning in Hong Kong Elementary Schools

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Abstract

Teacher leadership is commonly recognized as an essential component in student learning. This is the aim of the paper to explore how teachers perceive and practice teacher leadership in schools in the Asian context. Data collection methods included a survey, individual interviews and observation. Key findings included: (1) Teachers were oriented the idea of teacher leadership. (2) Three dimensions of teacher leadership were identified: Focus on student learning, Reflective dialogue and Shared and supportive leadership. (3) Significant differences were found between schools and two factors of teacher leadership (Focus on student learning and Reflective dialogue). Discussion and implications about the development of teacher leadership for learning are presented.

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