Definitions of Sustainable Leadership in Education: A Systematic Review and Analysis

Ra'ed Alkhamaiseh, Richard Bailey, Adrian Jarvis

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Abstract

Sustainable leadership has become a significant focus in educational leadership. Still, concerns persist regarding the clarity of its definitions and their impact addressing critical educational needs. This study employs a systematic review to address these definitional challenges. Seven themes emerge, categorized into three Meta-Themes: Effectiveness and Impact, Sustainability Systems Thinking, and Collaborative Responsibility and Future Orientation. These findings reveal
the diversity of sustainable leadership themes and challenge the assumption that achieving a universal definition is the key to collaborative progress. This methodologically rigorous study enhances our understanding of sustainable leadership in education, offering valuable insights for further research.
Original languageEnglish
JournalJournal of Research on Leadership Education
Publication statusAccepted/In press - 24 Aug 2024

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