The Role of the Principal's Transformational Leadership in Improving Organizational Effectiveness at Sukarajakulon I State Elementary School

Authors

  • Pardi Supardi Manajemen Pendidikan Islam, Program Pascasarjana, Universitas Majalengka Author
  • M. Saroni Manajemen Pendidikan Islam, Program Pascasarjana, Universitas Majalengka Author
  • Nuruddin Araniri Manajemen Pendidikan Islam, Program Pascasarjana, Universitas Majalengka Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62872/kgys4x30

Keywords:

transformational leadership, organizational effectiveness, elementary school

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of the principal's transformational leadership in improving organizational effectiveness at Sukarajakulon I Public Elementary School. This research approach is mixed-method, with data collection through questionnaires, interviews, and observations. The results show that the transformational leadership style implemented by the principal has a significant influence on organizational effectiveness, especially in aspects of teacher work motivation, learning innovation, and collaborative work culture. These findings provide important implications for improving the quality of elementary school management.

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2024-08-28

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The Role of the Principal’s Transformational Leadership in Improving Organizational Effectiveness at Sukarajakulon I State Elementary School. (2024). Al-Ilmu, 1(2), 8-13. https://doi.org/10.62872/kgys4x30

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