Papers by Yuswo Adifatoni
This article looks closely on the deep identification of the global theoretical perspectives in e... more This article looks closely on the deep identification of the global theoretical perspectives in educational leadership and Javanese culture leadership as the main sources of Indonesian leadership models. The discussion focuses on the definition of leadership, various leadership styles, leadership approaches, concept of power, as well as the issue of gender and leadership. At the end of discussion will give understanding on the quality of school principal leadership not only theoretical ideas but also the practical one for the Indonesian school. THE DEFINITION OF LEADERSHIP Every educational expert has different perspectives on how to define the term of 'leadership'. Therefore, it is possibly a confusing concept for some as each definition seems to emphasize on one aspect of leadership more than other. The term of leadership, of course, has been broadly defined based on the contexts of the experts viewed. Cheng (1996) clearly argues that whichever view of leadership is discussed, there is general agreement that leadership is the process of influencing others " behavior to reach goal development and achievement. Furthermore, Dean (1987) identifies leadership as direction, sharing school goals, and persuading other school staff to work towards them. Meanwhile, Hersey and Blanchard cited in Nathan (1996) view leadership as the ability to influence the activities of an individual, group and team of work to take them in a desired direction in a given situation. Furthermore, leadership tends to focus on the identification and articulation of corporate values and the implementation of an organization " s vision for the future through strategic planning. While, Dunford et al. (2000) says that leadership is a very personal thing that calls on all of the individuals resources of wisdom, experience, patience, and compassion. It requires flexibility, confidence and risk taking. It can be lonely and yet the rewards can be exhilarating. Bass (1990) defines leadership into various perspectives as follows;
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Papers by Yuswo Adifatoni