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Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty

by John Brown 1,*
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Received: 1 February 2020 / Accepted: 27 February 2020 / Published Online: 12 March 2020

Abstract

The paper "Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty" explores the challenges and opportunities that educational leaders face in navigating through unprecedented circumstances. It argues that such times require a recalibration of leadership strategies to ensure the continuity and quality of education. The study analyzes various case studies from different parts of the world, highlighting the adaptive measures implemented by educational institutions to cope with crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses the importance of resilience, empathy, and strategic foresight in leadership, as well as the role of technology in bridging the gap between traditional and remote learning environments. The paper further examines the impact of these crises on students, teachers, and the broader educational community. It concludes by proposing a framework for future-proof educational leadership that can effectively respond to both known and unforeseen challenges.


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Brown, J. (2020). Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management, 2(1), 7. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20200312
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Brown, J. Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management, 2020, 2, 7. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20200312
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Brown J. Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management; 2020, 2(1):7. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20200312
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Brown, John 2020. "Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty" Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management 2, no.1:7. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20200312

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Brown, J. Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management, 2020, 2, 7. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20200312
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Brown J. Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management; 2020, 2(1):7. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20200312
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Brown, John 2020. "Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty" Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management 2, no.1:7. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20200312
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Brown, J. (2020). Educational Leadership in Times of Crisis and Uncertainty. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management, 2(1), 7. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20200312

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