APPROACHES FOR SUSTAINABLE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS UNDER NONG KHAI PRIMARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE OFFICE 1

Abstract

Abstracts

          This research article aims to 1) study the current conditions, desired conditions, and needs related to sustainable leadership of school administrators. 2) Study the development approaches for sustainable leadership of school administrators under the Nong Khai Primary Educational Service Area Office 1. This study employed a mixed-methods research approach. The sample consisted of a total of 302 school administrators and teachers. Data collection was conducted in two phases: quantitative data collection and qualitative interviews with five experts.

          The research findings indicate that the current condition is at a high level, with fairness having the highest average score, while vision-oriented sustainability, diversity promotion, and adaptability to change had the lowest average scores. The desired state is also at a high level, with fairness receiving the highest average score, while building a sustainable culture had the lowest average score. The Priority Needs Index (PNI_Modified) ranged from 0.231 to 0.249, with the highest need being adaptability to change (PNI_Modified = 0.249) and the lowest need being building a sustainable culture (PNI_Modified = 0.231). The approaches for sustainable leadership of school administrators consist of five key areas: 1) Adaptability to change is emphasized, where administrators should adjust their attitudes and work processes to align with the evolving situation. 2) Promoting diversity is crucial, with administrators being advised to foster core values that acknowledge and respect individual diversity. 3) Vision-oriented sustainability is a critical component, urging administrators to establish a clear vision grounded in sustainable development principles. 4) Fairness is essential, with administrators needing to develop transparent and just policies that encourage openness and accountability among all members of the school community. 5) Building a sustainable culture involves administrators fostering strong relationships with the community and stakeholders.