How do we help student success in learning?

The role of Principal is central in determining the success of the students’ learning achievement. Many researchers have made efforts to investigate the role of principal as instructional leadership in developing the students’ learning achievements. Sergiovani (2009) as quoted by David Gray (2009), said, “When principals emphasize the building of effective learning and caring communities for teachers within the school, teacher learning improves and students’ achievement benefits as a result” (p.2). This paper aims to present some themes emerging from different researches on instructional leadership practices in the schools.

PENTINGNYA PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER DI INDONESIA

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