The Ideal of Leadership in Primary School

Abstract

The study aims to identify the manifestation of learning leadership characteristics in school. It explores the concept of the leadership as a part of learning process in human life and how learning plays role in leadership. To meet the purpose of the research, the qualitative approached was employed, as this study is descriptive in nature. The data was gathered through the utilization of the semi-structural interview in two different primary schools. In accordance with previous theories, it is found that the application of learning leadership aids the participant of the study to be a better leader. The improvement of school programs are indirectly derived from the manifestation of the characteristics of learning leadership namely faith in oneself, the aspiration towards excellence, the tenacity to challenge themselves, the engagement of support from others, and the continuous deliberate practice. Through the act of learning, the leader will evolve toward the betterment and so will the organization.