A Theoretical Analysis for Resilience: Developing a Complex Adaptive Leadership Model in Schools

Authors : Hamit Özen, Pınar Yavuz

Pages : 49-72

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Publication Date : 2024-06-30

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :Complex Adaptive Leadership is a way of leading that understands how organizations, like schools, constantly change and evolve. It focuses on being flexible, working together, and adapting to new challenges. Leaders who use this approach see schools as complex systems affected by various internal and external factors. They encourage a culture of ongoing learning, foster innovative thinking, and empower both staff and students to help solve problems. This leadership style is particularly important for schools because it helps them respond better to diverse educational needs and strengthens students\' resilience strategies. By emphasizing student resilience, Complex Adaptive Leadership helps students handle and thrive in the face of challenges, supporting their academic and personal growth. Additionally, this approach fosters a supportive and inclusive school culture where everyone feels valued and capable of making meaningful contributions. It not only tackles immediate issues but also lays a solid foundation for long-term success. Leaders who embrace this style are better able to inspire and motivate their teams, resulting in improved educational outcomes and a more adaptable school community. By emphasizing student resilience, it ensures that students develop the skills and mindset needed to face future challenges with confidence and perseverance, making Complex Adaptive Leadership essential for building a strong and resilient student body. The purpose of this study is to examine the importance of complex adaptive school leaders in promoting student resilience in schools. It is also to explain how leadership practices enhance the development of a resilient school community and thus the educational quality and performance of students. In view of the increasing academic and social pressures for students, the study emphasizes the importance of a whole-school, whole-school approach to support and integrate resilience into classroom learning practices. Conducted as a theoretical analysis, the research highlights the relationship between school leadership practices and the implementation of strategies focused on promoting resilience among students. Our model suggests that the provision of a flexible and supportive learning environment combined with student-centered leadership helps to promote resilience.
Keywords : Karmaşık uyum sağlayıcı liderlik, okul müdürü, dayanıklılık, okul iklimi