Perceptions of the Campus Principal in a Technology Leadership Role

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Abstract

The purpose of this mixed methods study was to examine perceptions of the campus principal in a technology leadership role. A purposeful sample of 123 Texas K-12 campus principals and 125 K-12 teachers completed the Principal Technology Leadership Assessment; 10 of those also participated in interviews. Survey findings indicated a disconnect between what principals are doing and what teachers believe they should be doing as technology leaders, with the greatest differences in leadership and vision and support, management, and operations activities. The qualitative analysis provided supporting evidence that principals need to ensure they provide resources and evaluate their effectiveness, and teachers need to feel supported by their principals.

Authors

• Michelle L. Peters, University of Houston - Clear Lake

• Antonio Corrales, University of Houston - Clear Lake

• Veronica Garza, Sheldon ISD