Strategic Leadership in Technology Implementation| A Case Study on the Principal's Role in Classroom Technology

• Main Author: Russell, Gregg
• Language: EN
• Published: Northwest Nazarene University 2018
• Subjects: Educational leadership|Educational administration|Educational technology
• Online Access: http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=10813492

<p> There is a high demand to incorporate technology into schools. Technology has infiltrated our society, and principals must learn to leverage technology to enhance learning while preparing students for a digital world. This case study examined principal leadership during a technology implementation in four public schools. The research was designed to investigate which specific actions principals take to promote technology in a school setting. McRel&rsquo;s change management process was used as a theoretical framework in which to view the leadership of the participants. Methodology for the study included qualitative interviews and observations. A quantitative survey was used to run a Principal Component Analysis. Findings indicate that principals who strategically create a vision, provide resources, develop strong lines of communication, and systematically manage the change process, develop supportive cultures that promote innovation, and student-centered learning. Factors that support technology included managing change and communicating with stakeholders. This study identified five leadership responsibilities which, when used in conjunction with McRel&rsquo;s second-order change process, enhanced a principal&rsquo;s effectiveness. Findings would indicate that strategic leadership, paired with a change management framework, can increase a principal&rsquo;s efficacy in implementing technology to promote a student-centered learning environment.</p><p>