Abstract:

This study investigates the effects of professional development on teacher leadership skills, exploring the impact of tailored interventions on nurturing teacher leaders in the educational landscape. With a mixed-methods research design, this research combines quantitative pre and post-assessments with qualitative data from interviews and focus groups. The participants, selected through purposive sampling, engaged in a comprehensive professional development program comprising interactive workshops, peer collaboration, and reflective practices. The interventions focused on enhancing mentoring, collaboration, advocacy, decision-making, and instructional leadership skills. The evaluation of the program's impact revealed a positive influence on participants' teacher leadership abilities, with the majority demonstrating growth in various dimensions of leadership. The findings emphasize the significance of targeted and continuous professional development for educators in fostering teacher leadership capacity and promoting a collaborative and innovative learning environment. However, the study acknowledges limitations related to self-assessment and sample size. Policymakers and educational institutions are encouraged to invest in high-quality, tailored professional development initiatives to empower educators as transformative leaders and advocates for educational reform. By nurturing teacher leadership, we pave the way for an improved educational system that fosters a culture of collaboration and student success.

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