Exploring Daisaku Ikeda's Value-Creating Leadership (VCL) in Addressing Challenges in School Leadership

• In Event: Philosophy and Emotion in/of Educators

Abstract

This qualitative study investigates the potential of Daisaku Ikeda's value-creating leadership philosophy in addressing the challenges faced by school leaders in creating inclusive, empowering, and transformative learning environments. The research explores how Ikeda's philosophy can be applied to various school contexts, utilizing the Value-Creating Leadership (VCL) framework as a theoretical foundation. The study aims to contribute to the development of innovative leadership practices and professional development programs that foster value-creating leadership in schools. By investigating the potential of Ikeda's philosophy to address current challenges in school leadership, this study seeks to contribute to the ongoing discourse on educational leadership and its impact on student learning outcomes. The study's implications for leadership development programs, educational policy, and the cultivation of value-creating leaders in schools will be discussed, ultimately contributing to the improvement of student learning outcomes.

Author

• Nitesh Sil, DePaul University