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Ngcobo, Thandi Moira. "An investigation into teachers' perceptions of female secondary school principals in Kwazulu-Natal." Thesis, Rhodes University, 1996. http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1003483.

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There are few female teachers who hold principal positions in schools, especially in secondary schools. This study investigates teachers' perceptions of secondary school female principals' leadership abilities and styles.It also investigates whether teachers' perceptions are influenced either by their sexes or experience or lack of experience of working with female principals. The reseacher hopes that this research findings will help to either: develop and improve female leadership (where it is found to be wanting); and or influence authorieties to appoint more female teachers to head secondar
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Chalufu, John Sibusiso. "KwaZulu-Natal school principals’ perceptions of the practical relevance of formal education management development programmes." Thesis, University of Pretoria, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/25185.

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The purpose of this study is to explore school principals’ perceptions of the possible effects and benefits of formal university-based education management development programmes (EMDPs) on their practical work in schools. It also aims to inquire into the kinds of challenges that principals in South Africa, specifically in the province of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), are faced with in the post-apartheid era and their perceptions of the extent to which these EMDPs meet or fail to meet their needs and those of their schools. In this study I move from the basic premise that professional development is cr
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Ngubane, Weekend Sehlulamanye. "An investigation into the implementation of participative management in a rural school in the Pietermaritzburg district." Thesis, Rhodes University, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1003489.

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The primary purpose of this research was to investigate the extent to which rural schools understand and perceive the concept of participative management. The concept of participative management has been viewed as an ideal style of leadership and management for school development purposes. In South Africa’s case, it is an educational policy which is expected to reign in all school management bodies. Many theorists envisaged participative management as enhancing active involvement of relevant stakeholders and it has been advocated by many scholars who believe it is the best leadership style in
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Mpungose, Jabulani Everest. "A critique of school leadership : life histories of selected principals in Kwazulu-Natal." Thesis, 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/1061.

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The central aim of this study was to describe through qualitative inquiry how school principals have dealt with the post-1994 changes in school governance and the change in their leadership roles as leaders and professional managers of public schools, and how these changes have impacted on the construction of their professional identities and redefinition of their leadership roles. The critical research questions that guided the study were: (1) How do principals interpret or understand their roles and functions as leaders in the democratised system which relies on participatory management appr
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"School leadership: principals’ experiences of change and reward." Thesis, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/72.

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This study explores principals’ experiences of school leadership. Through synthesis of varying definitions of leadership, the conceptualisation of the three foci of leadership namely, “person, practice and context” offers an initial organisational framework for this study. The democratic South Africa provides the context of change which is operationalised around issues of the pass rate, desegregation and democratic school governance. The existing landscape of leadership theory is then grafted with the South African context of change to set up the theoretical framing of this study. This study i
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Naidoo, Somadhanum. "Exploring orientation speeches of school principals : inspirational invitations to student teachers." Thesis, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/6079.

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The purpose of this study was to gain a deeper understanding of the messages conveyed by principals in one context, that of well resourced schools. The contents of the messages and how these messages are influenced by the context of the schools were interrogated. Also of relevance are principals presenting a desirably, inviting message about the teaching profession. This study is part of the TP120 project that is being conducted by the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal to evaluate the placing of context at the centre of a learning to teach approach. The school environment has become diverse and dyn
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Meyiwa, Nompumelelo Priscilla. "Teacher attrition : experiences of four school principals in the Umlazi District." Thesis, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/6118.

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Teacher attrition is common in developed, developing and underdeveloped countries. School principals are tasked with a responsibility to oversee that teaching and learning takes place as smoothly and efficiently as possible and to handle whatever disturbance that takes place in a school including teacher. Teacher attrition affects them directly as it interferes with planning and daily routine in the school. There are many factors which influence teacher attrition such as poor working conditions, poor pay, stress, pursuit of “greener pastures” and many others. This study seeks to explore and do
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Khuzwayo, Zamokuhle Innocent. "Exploring management experiences of Black African principals in former White schools : a multiple case study of six principals in Durban." Thesis, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/11367.

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Ndlovu, Thandanani Moses. "Principals' views and experiences of school governing bodies in the Sweetwaters circuit, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal." Thesis, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/2562.

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Zulu, Simo Duncan Castro. "The instructional leadership role of school Principals." Thesis, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/697.

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Dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of MASTER OF EDUCATION in the Department of Educational Planning and Administration at the University of Zululand, 2004.<br>The research examined the instructional leadership role of school principals in the Lower Tugela Circuit of the I-lembe District in KwaZulu-Natal. The study made use of questionnaires to determine whether principals perform their responsibilities effectively as instructional leaders. On the basis of the views from respondents, the study concludes that principals in the areas research
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Mthembu, Pinkie Euginia. "Phenomenological study of the lived experiences of women primary school principals in Umgungundlovu district." Thesis, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/10819.

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This study explored the lived experiences of a selected group of women principals in Umgungundlovu district. In South Africa women constitute the majority of the teaching force and yet school principals are predominantly men. Literature showed a number of barriers that prevent women from being in leadership positions. These barriers included social-cultural factors, societal expectations as well as women’s perceptions of themselves potentially being in positions of leadership. An attempt was made to investigate how women principals’ lived experiences could shed light on the reasons for their u
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Mthembu, T. P. "The gendered perceptions of women in management positions in a primary school in the KwaDukuza (Lower Tugela) region." Thesis, 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/1388.

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This study explores how women in management are perceived especially in a Kwa-Dukuza Lower Tugela primary school (with the pseudonym, Mbonisweni). Mhonisweni is situated 5 kilometers away from my school. I was motivated to conduct this study by the negative perceptions of women in management positions that I detected in my own school (with the pseudonym, Vela). Vela is a new primary school, which was established as a result of overcrowding at Siyathuthuka senior primary school, which was at first a combined primary school. I was interested to see if a similar situation pertained at Mbonisweni
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Makhanya, Thembinkosi Eric. "Novice principals : the challenges of leadership and management in four schools in the Pinetown District." Thesis, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/9340.

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This investigative study focused on challenges experienced by novice principals in executing their mandated leadership and management duties. A case study was conducted on four novice principals in the Pinetown District. Two headed a rural primary and high school respectively and the other two, an urban primary and high school respectively. The study investigated challenges experienced by novice principals, how they coped with these challenges and how they enacted themselves as assets to their schools. This qualitative study was located in the interpretive paradigm. Documents review, observati
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Khuzwayo, Senzo. "Role relationships of school governing body chairpersons and principals in school governance in selected primary and secondary schools in the KwaMashu area." Thesis, 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/920.

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The study investigated role relationships of School Governing Body (SGB) chairpersons and principals in school governance in selected primary and secondary schools in the KwaMashu area. Through the provision of the South African Schools Act, 84 of 1996; the chairperson and the principal are leaders in the governing body and school management team respectively. Moreover the principal is an ex-officio member of the governing body. Literature and my experience as an educator suggested that, there existed conflict between the parent governors and principals in general; and SGB chairpersons and pri
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Reddy, Louis Christopher. "An exploration of instructional leadership practices of school principals : a case study of four schools in Durban." Thesis, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/11427.

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This study entailed an exploration of instructional leadership practices of school principals. A case study was conducted at four schools in Durban. The research participants included four school principals, two from primary and two from secondary schools. My purpose was to explore the role of school principals in supporting teaching and learning at their schools. The study was conducted from an interpretive perspective. Three theories informed this investigation, namely instructional leadership theory, transformational leadership theory and distributed leadership theory. The data analysis pro
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Ntombela, Lindiwe Sybil. "Secondary school principals' implementation of instructional leadership in the Amajuba District of KwaZulu-Natal." Diss., 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/14486.

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The aim of this study was to find out the perceptions on the principals’ implementation of instructional leadership in the Amajuba District of KwaZulu-Natal with a view to provide guidelines that may be employed to enhance the execution of this role. Scholars believe that instructional leadership can assist in the transformation of schools into effective schools with consistent high learner achievement. In the Amajuba District schools show fluctuation in their grade twelve results, hence the need to investigate the principals’ implementation of instructional leadership. The grade 12 results w
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Makhanya, Thandi Petunia. "An investigation into the role of principals in the management and implementation of change in schools." Thesis, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/690.

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Submitted in partial fulfilment of a Master's Degree in the Department of Educational Planning and Administration at the University of Zululand, 2006.<br>The South African School's Act No. 84 of 1996, calls for transformational leadership in schools. Principals are under obligation to comply with the stipulations of the act, which compel them to work in democratic and participative ways. School management and governance must be inclusive with roles and responsibilities defined for educators, parents and learners. Jointly they must ensure accountability, transparency in the delivery of quality
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Mbatha, Leonard Thula. "Management development and training of principals in KwaZulu with specific reference to senior secondary schools." Thesis, 1993. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/706.

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Dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of MASTER OF EDUCATION in the Department of Educational Planning and Administration at the University of Zululand, 1993.<br>This research is concerned with the lack of specialised training in School Management for Principals under KwaZulu Department of Education and Culture. Central to this argument, is the fact that Principals are merely accorded a new status and role without the necessary training to bring about school effectiveness. Principalship today is very difficult in Black education. A Principal gra
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Naidoo, Renuka. "Experiences and practices of school principals in creating, leading and governing democratic schools." Thesis, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/9216.

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A predominantly authoritarian nature of schooling is still evident internationally and nationally (Maitles & Deuchar, 2007; Harber, 2004; Grant, 2006). In accordance with the Constitution of South Africa, schools in this country need to foster a democratic way of life and principals need to be instrumental in creating, leading and governing democratic schools. Dewey (1916) asserts that if individuals are to pursue and establish a democratic way of life, they must be afforded opportunities to learn the meaning of that way of life. Thus democratic schools play a pivotal role in their contributio
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McPherson, Gregory L. "A critical assessment of the current selection procedures for secondary principals in Kwazulu-Natal." Thesis, 1999. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/3162.

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It is widely acknowledged that effective schools owe much of their success to the calibre of their principals. Notwithstanding the central role played by these executive officers, very little attention has been given to the selection of secondary school principals internationally and more so in South Africa. The South African education system has recently undergone a not so silent revolution and all former departments of education have combined. The national Department of Education determines policy and local education is administered by provincial authorities. The State's policy of transforma
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Tshabalala, S. N. "An investigation of school-related problems perceived by headmasters in the Bergville Circuit, KwaZulu, to influence their work performance." Thesis, 1987. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/3195.

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Makhaye, Lindiwe. "Gender-related experiences of female school principals : a qualitative study of four schools in Umlazi North circuit." Thesis, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/6106.

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The study sought to explore four female school principals’ management experiences and challenges that these females encounter in their management duties. It adopted a qualitative approach inquiry, and used semi-structured interviews and observations as its methods of data collection. The objective was to examine and unveil the challenges that these principals encountered when applying for promotion into school management; some gender-based dynamics related to executing their duties and responsibilities as female school managers; the management strategies that the female principals used to cope
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Mkhize, Bongani Nhlanhla. "Exploring instructional leadership practices of school principals : a case study of three secondary schools in Umbumbulu circuit." Thesis, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/9397.

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There are substantive external demands for improved learner achievement, particularly in secondary schools, and increasingly, principals have to bear the pressures that accompany these demands. Instructional leadership concept is being advocated one of the approaches that school leaders may consider in order to promote a culture of teaching and learning within their schools. Therefore a qualitative case study was undertaken to explore instructional leadership practices of three secondary school principals in Umbumbulu Circuit. The focus of the study was based on the assumption that principals
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Hansraj, Ishara. "The financial management role of principals in section 21 schools in South Durban, Kwazulu-Natal." Diss., 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/2177.

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This study focuses on the financial management role of principals of Section 21 schools. The research reports on principals working within such a regime. The South Africa Schools Act makes provisions for schools, through their school governing body, of which the principal is a member, to obtain funds from the community. Therefore the acquisition and spending of such funds has to be managed effectively and efficiently. This mini dissertation endeavours to study the changing role of principals with regard to the effective management of school finances and whether they have the necessary ski
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Thusi, Mlungisi Emmanuel. "A principal's management of an urban secondary school in a turbulent environment : with special reference to KwaZulu schools." Thesis, 1993. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/3140.

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The crisis in Black Education has dramatically influenced the manner in which principals manage their schools. What is clear is that for more than a decade school principal's have been faced with a complex task of managing schools in a changing environment, which is characterised by many upheavals. It would seem that every school principal will inevitably have to reconceptualise the school as a management structure and perhaps, accept certain guidelines for effective management of his school. Therefore, the specific purposes of the study were:  to investigate the problems encountered by princ
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Myeni, Faith. "Management experiences of two women principals in high schools at Obonjeni District in KwaZulu-Natal." Thesis, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/6261.

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The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of women principals in high schools when executing their management functions at Obonjeni District. It is hoped that the study would contribute to the understanding of the challenges woman principals encounter on their work and how they dealt with them. The methodology used was qualitative. A case study method was adopted. Data was gathered through semi-structured interviews with two school principals, two deputy principals and four heads of department in two selected high schools. Documentary analysis was used to triangulate data obtain
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Sikhosana, Osborne Thulani. "Principals' perceptions of the role of teacher unions in the effective management of schools in the Ndwedwe and Maphumalo circuits, KwaZulu-Natal." Thesis, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/3216.

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A number of school - based conflicts which tend to impact negatively on the entire running of schools, are reported each academic year to the Department of Education (DoE) officials by concerned role players. The said conflicts have resulted in a continuous and destructive tug - of - war between some principals and teacher union members, thus causing school principals unable to perform their core functions to the maximum. Worse scenarios have seen a number of learners drawn in causing mayhem and complete ineffectiveness to some schools. Firstly, the intention of the entire research project was
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Ngcobo, Ntombikayise. "Exploring women school principals' management experiences : evidence from Mafukuzela-Gandhi circuit in Pinetown district." Thesis, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5646.

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The study sought to explore eight women school principals’ management experiences and challenges that these women encounter in their day-to-day management duties. It used semi-structured interviews, observations and document analysis as its methods of data collection. The findings revealed that women principals encountered the challenge of being caught in the middle of having to balance domestic chores (being mothers and wives) and work responsibility (as school principals). The simultaneous demands of domestic and work responsibilities ensured that the women principals were inequitably pressu
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Zulu, Jerome Khulekani. "Exploring power dynamics between school male managers and female teachers." Thesis, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/9924.

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This study sought to explore power dynamics between school male managers and female teachers. This is a qualitative study located in the interpretivist paradigm. This study adopts a case study research design that utilises interviews to generate data. The data was analysed using qualitative thematic approach. The study is underpinned by two theories, namely, political theory and gender and power theory. The study’s findings suggest that the relations between male managers and female teachers are not good in the researched schools. Traditional Zulu culture is used by male managers to sideline f
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Nxumalo, Thabani Israel. "The sexual harassment of unemployed and temporary P1 educators by high school principals and chairmen of school governing bodies in the Lower Umfolozi District." Thesis, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2869.

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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Degree in Technology: Education (Management), Durban Institute of Technology, 2004.<br>This study deals with sexual harassment in the Lower Umfolozi District. The researcher investigated speculation that there was sexual harassment in the Lower Umfolozi District. The researcher discovered that there was sexual harassment of Pi temporary and unemployed educators in the Lower Umfolozi District<br>M
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Dlamini, Ntombizethu Annatoria. "The role of principals in establishing and managing functional school libraries in King Cetshwayo District, KwaZulu-Natal." Diss., 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/26001.

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It became known that South African learners’ learning outcomes rank poorly on the international stage, even if compared to less developed parts of Sub-Saharan Africa. The root cause of this problem is assumed to lie with the concern of illiteracy, which was argued, could be combated inter alia by ensuring that every public school has a stocked and functional library serviced by a fulltime proficient librarian. The aim of the study was to investigate the role of principals in establishing and managing functional school libraries in the King Cetshwayo District, KwaZulu-Natal. A qualitative inves
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Mkhize, Silindile. "Exploring experiences of female heads of department in four primary schools in Pinetown South Durban." Thesis, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5657.

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This study reports on a qualitative study that sought to explore the experiences of female Heads of Department in Primary Schools. The study was carried out in KwaNdengezi, Pinetown South. It made use of qualitative methodology to obtain data using semi-structured interviews and observations as its methods of data collection. Purposive sampling was used to select the participants of the study, and the study sample consisted of four female heads of department in four primary schools, with whom the interviews and observations were conducted. The main findings of the study revealed that female he
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Nyaba, Sithembiso J. "An investigation into tensions between principals and school governing body members in secondary schools in Inanda." Thesis, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/1588.

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This research project addresses tensions between principals and School Governing Body members (SGBs) in secondary schools in the Inanda area. To understand such tensions, an interpretive approach was employed to gather data that informed our understanding of how tensions among target population affected the day to day running of secondary school. The two township secondary schools were purposefully selected in Inanda in KwaZuluNatal, South Africa. Selected schools were generally known for consistently having problems although the nature of those problems was not known. The study employed an in
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Zwane, Phumzile Debra. "Challenges facing female managers at Emondlo Circuit in Nqutu district." Thesis, 2003. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/671.

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Dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of MASTER OF EDUCATION in the Department of Educational Planning and Administration at the University of Zululand, 2003.<br>The purpose of this study has been to determine the challenges facing female managers in the schools that they manage in the Emondlo circuit of the Nqutu district. Literature, strategies and models were used to determine empirically how the female managers manage their schools effectively. Little has been documented about the challenges facing female managers in the new dispensation in So
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Shezi, Sydney General. "An evaluative study of the principal's leadership role in facilitating participative management." Thesis, 2005. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/171.

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Submitted in partial fulfilment of a Masters Degree in the Department of Educational Planning and Administration at the University of Zululand, 2005.<br>Educational policy reform such as South African Schools Act, No. 84 of 1996 and the National Education Poiicy Act, No. 27 of 1996 require all educators to participate actively in the governance and management of their schools with the view to providing better teaching and learning environments. Educators must participate in the management processes of their schools to bring about deliberate, meaningful and effective management. This study p
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Ngcongo, Rejoice Gloria Phumelele. "The role of a principal in secondary community schools in Kwa-Zulu with particular reference to educational and instructional leadership." Thesis, 1986. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/721.

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A dissertation submitted to the FACULTY OF EDUCATION at the UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND in fulfilment or partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of MASTER OF EDUCATION in the Department of Educational Planning and Administration, 1986.<br>What this research is about, is contained in the title. It is thus essential to analyse concepts in the title in order to establish a common understanding of the study.
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Gumede, Mbuso Gordon. "An evaluative study of the administrative process by secondary school principals in the Durban South region." Thesis, 1999. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/756.

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Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Education (Educational Management and Planning) in the Department of Educational Planning & Administration University of Zululand, 1999.<br>his study was undertaken in order to determine the effectiveness of the administrative and leadership roles of secondary school principals in the Durban South Region, and to investigate the challenges that are encountered by principals as secondary school administrators and leaders. The research highlights a distinction and overlap between administration and leadership. It
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Small, Hilda. "A study of current processes for the selection of school principals in Wentworth, city of Durban district of KwaZulu-Natal." Thesis, 2002. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/2033.

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It is widely acknowledged that an effective school owes much of its success to the caliber of its internal management, particularly the principal, and it therefore follows that the selection of the principal is a critical task. Not only does literature suggest that selection processes for principals generally tend to reflect an inefficient 'selection technology', but also draws attention particularly to the limitations of such processes in respect of their ability to provide insight into how candidates are likely to perform in contexts very different to their work experiences. South African ed
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Mkhize, Hector Mbabazeni. "The role of principals in promoting teacher professionalism in Umbumbulu District Secondary schools." Thesis, 2000. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/713.

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Dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of MASTER OF EDUCATION in the Department of Educational Planning and Administration at the University of Zululand, 2000.<br>This research examined the role of principals in promoting teacher professionalism. The study made use of questionnaires to determine what principals do / do not do to promote and maintain teacher professionalism. On the basis of views from respondents, the study concluded that teachers in the areas studied, perceive some principals as promoting professional behaviour. The researc
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Nkuku, Adelaide Buyisiwe. "The perceptions of principals and educators of primary school libraries in implementing outcomes based education (OBE) in Ndengezi ward, Pinetown district, KwaZulu-Natal." Thesis, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/1016.

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The purpose of this study was to investigate the perceptions of principals and educators of primary school libraries in implementing Outcomes Based Education (OBE) and imparting and enhancing information skills in the Ndengezi Ward, Pinetown District, KwaZulu-Natal, with a view to proposing a set of recommendations based on the findings that would contribute to more effective use of the school library. The study population consisted of 15 principals and 385 educators. The survey instrument used to elicit data was a self-administered questionnaire that was distributed to a sample population of
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Mkhize, Thembinkosi Simon. "An evaluative study of the influence of the principal's leadership on learner academic performance." Thesis, 2005. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/635.

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Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree Master of Education in the Department of Educational Planning and Administration at the University of Zululand, 2005.<br>Schools are judged by their results and the quality of learners they produce. The quality of learners depends, among other things, on the amount of knowledge and skills he or she acquired at school. Motivation, both intrinsic and extrinsic, plays a crucial role in the learner's performance and acquisition of knowledge. The principal, through the effective exercise of his leadership role, motivates learners to
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Dala, Ndwamato James. "Learner underachievement in rural schools in Kwazulu-Natal." Diss., 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/3374.

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Despite educational legislation and school reforms to promote improved performance and quality education, underperformance among secondary school learners is still the norm in the rural schools of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). This dissertation investigates the problem of learner underachievement by means of a literature study and an empirical inquiry. The former provides an overview of the provisions for and problems of rural schooling in both an international and local context and it is followed by a discussion of learner assessment and learner achievement in the South African education system,
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Alli, Zaheer. "The role of female principals as transformational leaders to improve schools in the uMgungundlovu District, Kwazulu-Natal." Diss., 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/27019.

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South African history clearly illuminates the idea that women are regarded as unequal when compared to their male counterparts. Hence, women in general have been marginalized, especially when it comes to advancing in the workplace. Women are often defined in relation to motherhood, caring for others and for providing the necessities for sustenance. Society today has not moved very far from this idea. This is the reason why women often suffer a disadvantage when it comes to being appointed in leadership positions in South African education, even though the legislation makes provision for gender
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Neerchand, Rajesh. "A critical analysis of the national policy on whole school evaluation and its impact on the management capacities of school principals in the Durban south region in Kwazulu-Natal." Thesis, 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/1420.

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Manickum, Leon. "The school principal's management duties : a case of boys-only primary school in the Pinetown district of Kwazulu-Natal." Diss., 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/4162.

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This study describes the research that was carried out at a boys-only primary school in the Pinetown District of Kwazulu-Natal. The study was conducted with the purpose of investigating the management duties undertaken by the principal regarding time, staff and curriculum. In order to achieve the aim of this study the main research question was formulated, that is: How does the principal of X primary boys-only school manage the administrative and instructional programme in the process of executing his duties? Chapter One orientates the reader regarding the purpose, research problem, motivati
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Hlongwane, Edwin Mthenjwa. "An assessment of procedures employed in the selection of secondary school principals in the KwaZulu Department of Education and Culture : an exploratory study." Thesis, 1994. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/3946.

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It is widely acknowledged that the role of the principal is critical in the maintenance and enhancement of quality in schooling. It follows that, not only should principals be adequately trained for their task, but also the best possible candidates should be appointed to positions of principal. Limited available research suggests that, throughout the world, processes of selection for principalship leave much to be desired. This dissertation examines one example of in-depth research into the process of selecting principals and draws attention to the weaknesses identified together with suggestio
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Pillay, Devalingum Saminathan. "Parents and principals as partners in creating a culture of learning." Thesis, 1998. http://hdl.handle.net/10530/698.

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Submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of DOCTOR OF EDUCATION in the Department of Educational Psychology of the UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND, 1998.<br>The aim of this study was to pursue an investigation on parents and principals as partners in creating a culture of learning. From the literature study it became evident that education in South Africa has collapsed in many schools. The majority of schools of the former education departments responsible for Black education are characterised by a high failure rate, early school dropout, a lack of discipline, low morale and an an
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Bhengu, Thamsanqa Thulani. "Principals as professional leaders : implications for management of rural secondary schools during transition." Thesis, 2005. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/1919.

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This study is about documenting rural principals' stories, and voices regarding their experiences of education policy changes and how such changes are impacting on their day-to-day management lives. In capturing their experiences and voices, interpretive approach was used to allow the researcher to get behind their skins and faces and be one of them. Rapid changes sometimes overwhelm those people tasked with the responsibility of implementing changes. The study involved 5 cases, purposefully chosen, in the rural district around Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa. Formal and in
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Mazibuko, Sipho Patrick. "The managerial role of the principal in whole-school evaluation in the context of disadvantaged schools in Kwazulu-Natal." Thesis, 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/10500/2207.

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A number of educational reform initiatives are being introduced in South Africa to address the imbalances of the past. Schools with different backgrounds are expected to implement these reform initiatives. Due to their diverse contexts, schools approach, interpret and implement these initiatives differently. Consequently, these schools demonstrate different attitudes towards these initiatives. Whole-school evaluation is one of these reform initiatives. As a result of the changes taking place in the education system in South Africa, roles performed by all stakeholders in the education system ha
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Kommal, Teddy. "The relevance of Sathya Sai Baba's philosophy to the educational leadership of secondary school principals in the central Stanger area." Thesis, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2824.

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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Masters Degree in Technology: Education at the Durban Institute of Technology, 2004.<br>The ultimate goal of this research is to demonstrate the positive effect that can be achieved in the educational management arena by following the teachings of Sathya Sai Baba. This work attempts to add the voice of Sathya Sai Baba in classroom and school management and to demonstrate how his teachings could be used to the benefit of school principals, fellow educators and learners. In this research, focus is placed on secondary scho
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