Transformative Leadership in Education: Unforgetting Histories to Foster AI-Enhanced, Culturally Responsive Learning for Sustainable Equity

• In Event: AERA Roundtable Sunday 7:45 am
  In Roundtable Session: Digital Transformation and Educational Leadership

Abstract

A descriptive qualitative study was employed to investigate how principals leverage transformative and culturally responsive leadership to foster AI-enhanced learning environments that promote sustainable equity. A total of 12 participants (n = 12), including principals (n = 3), Teachers (n = 3), parents (n = 3), and students (n = 3), were interviewed through a semi-structured protocol. Results show that principals use three strategies for equity: using culturally responsive practices, integrating historical context and community, and advocating for AI-enhanced education. Findings suggested that principals develop positive relationships among stakeholders to foster engagement, set high expectations for all students, and include community voices. Findings indicated that principals use interdisciplinary collaboration, innovative assessment, and integration of community voices to promote inclusivity.

Authors

• Wei Zhang, Western Michigan University

• Shuzhen Xie, Marquette University

• Meredith L. Reinhart, Western Michigan University

• Katherine Suender, Western Michigan University