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Complexity And Volume: An Inquiry Into Factors That Drive Principals’ Work, Katina E. Pollock, Fei Wang, David Cameron Hauseman
Complexity And Volume: An Inquiry Into Factors That Drive Principals’ Work, Katina E. Pollock, Fei Wang, David Cameron Hauseman
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Background
The work of contemporary school principals is intensifying in terms of its complexity and volume. Many factors moderate and drive such work intensification. This study aims to understand what and how factors interact to complicate principals’ work.
Methods
Focus groups and an online survey were used for data collection. Three focus group sessions with eight principals were conducted to help develop and refine the online survey. The survey covers 12 key areas in principals’ work and was distributed among the members of Ontario Principals’ Council. Descriptive statistics, correlation and factor analysis were conducted on survey results. Results: The study …