- Buddhist Leadership in Academic Administration for Learning Organizational in Basic Educational Schools under Bangkok Educational Service Area -
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This study explores the influence of Buddhist leadership principles on academic administration within basic educational institutions in the Bangkok Educational Service Area. Effective academic leadership is pivotal in transforming educational institutions into learning organizations that enhance teaching and learning standards. The research aims to: (1) evaluate the extent of Buddhist leadership integration in academic management within these institutions, and (2) assess how strengthening Buddhist leadership impacts their development as learning organizations. Utilizing a survey approach, data were collected from 113 administrators and educators using a five-point rating scale questionnaire. Statistical analyses, including percentage, mean, standard deviation, and Pearson’s correlation coefficient, were employed to interpret the data.
The research results found that (1) the level of Buddhist leadership in academic administration for learning organizational in basic educational schools under Bangkok educational service area, overall was at high levels; and (2) academic leadership of administrators affected the learning organizational of administrators in basic educational schools under Bangkok Educational Service Area was highly positive relationship with statistically significant at the .05 level. The findings suggest that the academic leadership exhibited by educational administrators in basic educational institutions in Bangkok is commendable, especially in domains like quality assurance and educational supervision, although improvements are needed in curriculum management and the development of learning media. Additionally, the research highlights a strong connection between effective academic leadership and the formation of learning organizations. The results emphasize the significance of integrating Buddhist leadership characteristics to foster an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
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