Principal Candidates’ Sense of Efficacy: Can They Lead During a Pandemic?

Authors

  • Kimberly W. Money Appalachian State University, USA
  • Linda C. Pacifici Appalachian State University, USA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32674/jsard.v5iS1.2803

Keywords:

crisis, efficacy, equity, leadership, teacher, pandemic, principal

Abstract

Principal candidates’ sense of self-efficacy is critical for their professional development. Analysis of a self-efficacy survey provided the authors with valuable insights into areas needed for program development. The purpose of this research-based essay is to report on data analysis results learned about the self-efficacy of 10 school leadership students during a summer principalship course. These results provide information about implications as well as specific suggestions for leadership program improvement related to crisis situations. 

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Author Biographies

  • Kimberly W. Money, Appalachian State University, USA

    Kimberly W. Money, EdD, is an Assistant Professor in School Administration in the Leadership and Education Studies Department, Appalachian State University. Her major research interests lie in the area of teacher and principal preparation, principal efficacy, and data-driven instructional leadership. Email: moneykd@appstate.edu.

  • Linda C. Pacifici, Appalachian State University, USA

    Linda C. Pacifici, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Curriculum and Instruction Department, Reich College of Education, Appalachian State University. Her research interests are teacher preparation, curriculum program development, and instructional technology. Email: pacificilc@appstate.edu.

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Published

2020-10-30

Issue

Vol. 5 No. S1 (2020): 5th Anniversary Special Issue: School Leadership During a Global Pandemic, pt. 1

Section

Special Issue

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