TOJNED - Volume 14 - Issue 1 - January 2024
A RESEARCH ON THE VIEWS OF STUDENTS, TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATORS AND PARENTS ON THE DISTANCE EDUCATION PROCESS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC Fatma Birinci AbbasoÄŸlu
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The aim of this study is to conduct a research on the views of students, teachers, administrators and parents on the distance education process during the COVID-19 pandemic process. The questions prepared for the research were carried out by reaching the participants through the google forum due to the pandemic. The study was designed based on phenomenological design, which is one of the qualitative research methods. The data within the scope of the study were obtained from a total of 20 participants using a semi-structured interview form. The data obtained from the research were evaluated by content analysis technique. In line with the findings obtained when the research data were examined, the participants stated that there were beneficial aspects about the distance education system, which was made in order not to disrupt education within the scope of the pandemic process, but the interaction was limited, the students could not actively participate in the lesson, the students had technological device problems to enter the lesson, there was a problem in entering the course due to technical problems, the educational needs of the students could not be met and the lesson was gradually decreasing. They stated that they have deficiencies in terms of motivation, etc., and that they need to be developed and improved in terms of infrastructure, inequality of opportunity, content and material.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: FACULTY ATTITUDES AND BEHAVIORS OF STUDENT SELF-PLAGIARISM Laneshia R. Conner, Katie Showalter, Rujeko Machinga Asaolu, Sheila Barnhart
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This study examined faculty perceptions and accusations of academic misconduct related to both student plagiarism and self-plagiarism. Twenty-four faculty responded to survey questions that asked about plagiarism perception, self-plagiarism perception, detection of plagiarism, and perceptions and accusations of students using previous coursework in current courses. Descriptive analyses showed differences based on the instructors’ own writing practices, perceptions higher than accusations, and faculty who identified as non-White, used fewer detection strategies, and were younger had higher perceptions of academic misconduct. Overall, faculty varied on perceptions about what students should be able to recycle in courses. Thus, while the characteristics of instructors plays a role in perceptions about student self-plagiarism, there continues to be a question regarding the role of student recycling and practices that instructors use to adjudge scenarios involving academic misconduct. Implications for self-plagiarism research and instructor responses are made.
ANALYZING THE DIFFUSION OF WHATSAPP AS AN INNOVATIVE COMMUNICATION TOOL IN MOROCCO: FACTORS AFFECTING USER ADOPTION, BEHAVIORS, AND ATTITUDES Aytekin Isman, Houda El Mrassni
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This study will analyze the diffusion of the WhatsApp platform as an innovative communication tool in Morocco since the platform is seen as private and secure for communication, which is highly valued in Moroccan culture. In contrast, many Moroccans use it to connect with friends and family, share information, and conduct business. This study will also identify the factors that affect user adoption, behaviors, and attitudes. While WhatsApp has become a widely used communication tool in Morocco, little is known about the reasons for its widespread adoption, how it has been adapted to the local context, and what impact it has had on Moroccan communication practices and culture.
A qualitative research methodology will be used to collect and analyze data from in-depth interviews with 20 WhatsApp users in Morocco. Also, this study seeks to thoroughly examine the diffusion of the WhatsApp platform in Morocco and its impact on Moroccan communication practices and culture. It will also draw on existing literature on the diffusion of innovations and the role of social media in shaping communication practices. Also, the theory of diffusion and innovation by Rogers (1962) can be beneficial in analyzing the diffusion of WhatsApp as a creative messaging device in Morocco and understanding the factors that affect user adoption, behaviors, and attitudes.
The findings may indicate that the adoption of the WhatsApp platform in Morocco can be influenced by various factors, including its ease of use, affordability, and the capability to connect with friends and family. It may also reveal that the WhatsApp platform is employed for various things, including socializing, business communication, and political activism. However, there are concerns over the WhatsApp platform's potential for spreading misinformation and fake news, which can have a negative impact on Moroccan society and culture. This study could also shed light on the factors affecting user adoption, behaviors, and attitudes towards the WhatsApp platform in Morocco, which can inform strategies for promoting its effective and responsible use.
CHANGE MANAGEMENT Şaziye Akçaba
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This study is a review type study and includes different views by referring to the reactions of those who reject the concept of change. It emphasises that Dewey defines change as a "social fact" and Heraclitus states that the only unchanging thing in the world is change. Emphasising that organisations have to adapt their internal balances to changing conditions in order to survive, he states that the interaction between cultures, societies and countries is increasing. In the study, after examining the change in organisations, it is revealed that change is a process and that organisations should make planned and original efforts that contribute to this process. In addition, the importance of organisations to seek continuous renewal is pointed out. In the rest of the study, the stages of planned change in organisations are defined and the reasons for change are discussed. In this context, it states that economic, technological, social and legal conditions may force organisations to change. Finally, the study discusses the barriers to organisational change, listing such barriers as the inconvenience of the existing order, weak leadership, cultural pressures and the economic system, and emphasises the importance of training, the involvement of organisational members and the use of coercive tactics to overcome these barriers. Overall, this study emphasises that change is an inevitable reality and examines how organisations adapt to, plan for and manage change and addresses the factors that trigger organisational change. It also provides valuable insights on topics such as strategies for managing change, leadership approaches and methods for dealing with obstacles.
CLINICAL SUPERVISION AND DIFFERENTIATED SUPERVISION MODEL Hacer GÃœRTUNALI
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This study focused on the supervision function with the aim of improving teacher quality and increasing efficiency in teaching. When the literature was examined, it was revealed that teachers generally preferred contemporary supervision methods by examining classical and contemporary supervision methods. In addition, "clinical supervision", one of the contemporary supervision methods, is teacher-centered, supportive and guiding, and it has been revealed that there are time limitations and bureaucratic difficulties in its implementation, and that administrators and teachers find clinical supervision ineffective. In conclusion; Among contemporary supervision approaches, it can be said that differentiated supervision offers teachers flexible supervision services appropriate to their development levels, encourages supervisor-teacher interaction, makes teachers aware of their responsibilities, aims to increase their professional development and ensure educational effectiveness. However, it is also emphasized that the necessary educational infrastructure must be created in order to apply these methods effectively.
COMPETENCIES OF EDUCATION ADMINISTRATORS AND EDUCATIONAL INSPECTORS REGARDING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND ASSESSMENT Baykan AKGÃœR
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This research aims to assess the competencies of school administrators and curriculum inspectors concerning educational programs and measurement evaluation. In line with this objective, a literature review methodology was employed, and studies containing key terms such as "roles and competencies of school principals" and "roles of school inspectors" were examined. The findings obtained through the literature review were interpreted, leading to the conclusion that school administrators and inspectors need to be educated and trained to possess competencies in both educational programs and measurement evaluation.
CRISIS MANAGEMENT IN EDUCATION AND THE ROLE OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS İrem ÖZAKINCI
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In order for an effective education and training process to take place, it is very important that students and staff in the education environment feel safe. It is very difficult for effective teaching and learning to occur in environments where people do not feel safe. It is thought that the crisis management skill levels and leadership styles that a school principal, who is one of the key figures for an institution, are expected to have are important in creating qualified educational institutions. The quality of school principals is important as it affects the quality of educational institutions. Therefore, studies on managers are needed. Crisis management skills are important in terms of creating the right strategy and making successful interventions against any negativities that may occur in educational institutions whose target audience is human and are open to constant change and crisis. For this reason, the role of school administrators in crisis management is important.
DEVELOPMENT OF ACCOUNTING BASIC LEARNING MODULES Agung Listiadi, Susanti, Vivi Pratiwi
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Learning is an activity that is inseparable from human life. By learning, humans are able to develop the potentials that they have been born with so that later they are able to adapt to fulfill their needs. To help solve the problem of learning difficulties, including by compiling interesting and interactive teaching modules. The Accounting Learning Module is used to find out how to increase students' learning motivation in mastering certain competencies. observed. As for developing the Accounting Learning Module, it uses the ADDIE development research design, namely a development model consisting of the definition stage (Analysis), the design stage (Design), the development stage (Develop), and the Implementation and Evaluation stages. Evaluation The learning module is an evaluation function that requires higher procedures and competencies than the lecturer's role as evaluator. Teaching Module Evaluation is an evaluation that has a special emphasis that is oriented towards the user of the teaching module.
NAVIGATING MULTIFACETED COMPLEXITIES: INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS' ADAPTATION TO ONLINE LEARNING IN AUSTRALIA DURING COVID-19 Mehdi Ebrahimi
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The global outbreak of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic precipitated an unprecedented disruption in educational systems worldwide, impacting students profoundly. The abrupt shift to online learning introduced a multitude of challenges, particularly for international students. This paper aims to delve into the existing literature to gain a deeper understanding of the online learning experiences, readiness, and eLearning challenges faced by international students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Focusing primarily on the context of international students in Australia, this review encompasses a selection of research published between early 2020 and late 2023, providing a broad overview of the available literature during this period. Drawing on the insights from the literature, this paper engages in comprehensive discussions, followed by a set of recommendations. These findings hold significance for higher education providers, educators, and policymakers seeking insights into improving effectiveness of eLearning practices, online teaching, student engagement, student welfare, and support practices and strategies aimed at better assisting international students. The article advocates for a more profound acknowledgment and efficient addressing of the diverse challenges and needs of international students in the midst of major disruptions and unfortunate events such as a global pandemic.
NAVIGATING THE POLITICS OF EDUCATION: LEADING SCHOOLS DURING CHALLENGING TIMES Jerry R. Burkett
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Teachers, principals, and superintendents have been placed in an unfortunate and unexpected political position. Due to increased misinformation on the nature and origin of varying political issues, educators often have to address and confront parents and community members who have likely seen headlines about these brewing “local battles” (Kingkade et al., 2021). Normally, educators would approach these topics thoughtfully with a purpose to help each of their students to realize their potential as effective citizens and fulfilling responsibilities in the community by cooperating with parents to improve the public schools (Texas Administrative Code, 1998). However, these themes have become polarizing and educators are feeling a mounting pressure to make pedagogical decisions to please school leaders and the school community (Walker, 2018; Dunn, Sondel, & Baggett, 2019).
NEW TRENDS IN CONSUMER BEHAVIOR UĞUR TAŞKAN, UĞUR MUSTAFA TUNÇ
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Traditionally, the behavior is based on the AIDA model, a model that involves identifying the consumer's desires, evaluating products, making purchasing decisions, and engaging with their post-purchase experience. However, the rapid development and digitalization that has taken place has led to major changes in the behavior of individuals. These changes require the creation of new models of behavior In recent years, the rapid development of communication technology, the increase in the young population and the change of generations have led to the emergence of the concept of social media in addition to the concept of traditional media. The rapid advancement of computers, tablets and mobile phones has enabled people to be in contact with the world at any time. This situation seems to have put the importance and impact of social media ahead of traditional media. While traditional media has a structure in which communication is one-way, it has been limited to the transmission of messages from the sender to the receiver. However, social media enables two-way communication and provides interaction. Therefore, social media is becoming more and more important day by day. Both technological developments and the development of social media have caused a change in consumer behavior and it is thought that it will continue to do so. The aim of this conceptual study is to reveal whether new consumer behavior models can be created and what is the effect of social media on these behaviors.
PROSPECTIVE TEACHER TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Hacer GÃœRTUNALI
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This study focuses on the qualifications of teachers, which are an important element that determines the quality of the education system. It is emphasized that teacher training processes before and after employment affect teachers' competencies at the beginning of their careers. Research shows that it is important for teacher candidates to gain self-efficacy and self-confidence through the effective guidance and support that mentor teachers offer to candidate teachers. As a result, improving teacher training programs and mentor teacher training can contribute to teachers starting their careers in a more confident and prepared way.
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS' PERSPECTIVES ON CRISIS MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTED IN SCHOOLS DURING COVID-19 Baykan AKGÃœR
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The global perspective of the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the entire world, causing numerous changes that could be described as utopian. COVID-19 has necessitated the re-evaluation of education along with all work areas, prompting the emergence of different perspectives. This study aims to determine the opinions of school administrators regarding crisis management implemented in schools during the COVID-19 process. In this context, the study group of the research consists of six school administrators serving in primary schools in Northern Cyprus. The interview questions prepared by the researcher were directed to the participants who volunteered to participate in the research. As a result of the research, it was found that schools were not prepared for crisis management related to the pandemic, and the most significant problem was infrastructure inadequacy.
SUPERVISION AND SUPERVISION PRINCIPLES Göksel GÜRTAY
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Supervision involves the impartial and objective assessment of the conformity of economic activities and events to specified criteria and criteria. This process plays a critical role in the evaluation and improvement of teacher and school performance, especially in education systems. It is important to strictly adhere to the principles of accountability, objectivity and impartiality for the effectiveness of audit processes. Accountability emphasises transparent communication; objectivity supports objective evaluation; and impartiality guarantees a fair process. Audit processes that comply with these principles can improve the quality of education, support student achievement and provide a basis for continuous improvement.
THE DETERMINATION OF THE EFFECTS OF SOCIO ECONOMIC DIFFERENCES THAT THE TEACHERS ARE EXPOSED DUE TO IMMIGRATION LAW (NEW LAW) ON THEIR PROFESSIONAL ATTITUDES Nurettin ALTUN, Lütfü OFLAZ, Gülşen ÖZKÖK, Ayşe Özgül ÖZZAİM, Ayşe OFLAZ
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This study aims to determine the effects of socio economic differences and demographic features such as income status, gender, marital status, age that the teachers are exposed due to immigration law (new law) on their professional attitudes. In terms of the effects of teachers’ professional attitudes on teaching and educational activities; this study has been essential due to its scope about these professional attitudes. Questionnaire technique was used related to the qualitative research. The study group of this study is 237 teachers who work for the Office of Secondary Education under the Ministry of Education, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The questionnaire of “Attitude Scale of teachers towards their profession” was used (Demirel-2018). For the gathered data analysis, IBM SPSS Statistics 26 program was used. After the necessary calculations on the data, the normality test of Kolmogorov-Smirnov sig value was ,000 so, the data was not normally distributed. That is why for the sub-groups of gender, marital status and entry date to the public service (2 groups) Mann-Whitney test was applied whereas for the sub groups of income status (3 groups) and age (4 groups) Kruskal-Wallis test was applied. As a result of analysis, there are not meaningful differences between the sub groups for all the demographic factors.
THE EFFICIENCY OF THECNIQUE FOR TEACHING ADDITION OPERATION SUPPORTED WITH MONTESSORI MATERIALS AND DIRECT INSTRUCTION METHOD TO STUDENTS WITH MILD INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY IN THE RURAL AyÅŸe ERKAYA, Safiye Sunay YILDIRIM DOGRU
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The most basic expectations of mathematics education are the concretization of education and its adaptation to daily life. For this reason, the social environment in which mathematics education is applied constitutes one of the important factors affecting the functionality of education. In the mathematics education carried out in rural areas, the limitations of the environment and the deficiencies in the experiences of the students negatively affect the quality of the mathematics education offered. To minimize the mentioned disadvantages, teaching techniques and auxiliary materials that support the process are needed. The Montessori approach is particularly efficient in teaching mathematics to students with intellectual disabilities. This approach both supports mathematics teaching with natural teaching in adapting it to daily life and facilitates concretization with its original materials.
The general purpose of the research is to determine the effectiveness of the addition process, which is supported by Montessori materials and presented with a direct instruction method, in teaching addition to a ten-year-old student with a mild intellectual disability who attends general education in the countryside. The ABAB model, which is one of the basic experimental designs, was applied in the research. It is a direct instruction method. The ABAB model, one of the basic experimental designs, was applied in the research. This research was carried out in line with the achievements listed by the individualized education plan (IEP), with a total of fifteen sessions, including the initiation, application, generalization, and follow-up periods. As Montessori materials, colored number cards, and brand names were used. The effectiveness of the presented addition instruction was examined by applying three follow-up tests (two, four, and six weeks after the end of the application) and generalization activities, such as the post-intervention student's addition process while playing with the Montessori mathematical material brand game and participating in the addition operations in his class. In addition, social validity data was collected. As a result, the student gained the skill of adding with one, two, and three-digit numbers. It was observed that he was able to maintain the acquired skill two, four, and six weeks after the intervention, and at the same time, he was able to associate these learned skills with his daily life.
THE IMPACT OF SCHOOL VALUES AND CULTURE ON ADMINISTRATION Kıymet Alioğlu Malatyalı
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The main purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of organizational values and organizational culture of schools on leadership. The main purpose of the research is to conduct a comprehensive literature review on this topic. We examine the meaning of the organization and the concepts and symbols associated with the organization, the details of the stories and narratives of the organization, and their importance for the organization and management according to the structure and functioning criteria of the organization. In the research, organizational symbols, companies and stories, which are the basis of organizational values and rituals, are examined and their meaning and nature in terms of the organization and management are tried to be revealed. The research was conducted within the scope of a qualitative research design to evaluate the organizational values and rituals of the organization.
THE IMPORTANCE OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP IN EDUCATION İrem ÖZAKINCI
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It is predicted that a business manager's leadership qualities provide a competitive advantage to the business. Effective and active use of human resources management potential is very important in management. Nowadays, it is important to examine human resource management from a more important perspective and to underline the extent of the leader's influence in practices and stages. This research aims to reveal its positive impact on human resources management and leadership. As a result of the research, it was determined that the behaviors of educational administrators within the scope of human resources management showed leadership characteristics, but different practices should be put forward.
THE LEVELS OF ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT AMONG TEACHERS AND THEIR CONCERNS REGARDING LESSON SUPERVISION Bülent Ecevit Bereketli, Mehmet Zengin, Hüseyin Odun
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This study aims to reveal the relationship between the concerns of teachers working in private schools regarding lesson supervision and their organizational commitment, using a correlational survey model within the scope of Model Studies. The population of this research consists of a total of 315 teachers working in all private primary and secondary schools in the districts of LefkoÅŸa, the capital of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, during the 2023 academic year (8 primary and secondary schools in total). The sample consists of 185 teachers randomly selected from this population who voluntarily agreed to participate in the research. Three different instruments were used to collect data in this study. These are the researcher-developed personal information form used to measure the independent variables, the "Supervision Anxiety Scale" developed by Karakaya, Elma, KurtoÄŸlu, and Suiçmez (2011), and the "Organizational Commitment Scale" developed by Balay (2000). The data analysis processes of the research were carried out using SPSS 28.0 software. It was found that women were more affected by the supervision process and had higher anxiety levels in their social lives compared to men. The sub-dimension scores of the supervision anxiety scale were similar for married and single teachers. Whether teachers are single or married does not affect their concerns about lesson supervision. The reason why the anxiety levels of teachers do not differ according to their seniority is thought to be that experienced teachers and newcomers to the profession do not differ in terms of the influence of new generation administrators and parents, as they have the same job description and responsibilities. There is no difference in the organizational commitment of teachers according to their seniority. When the relationships between the "Lesson Supervision Anxiety" and "Organizational Commitment" scales and their sub-dimensions were examined, it was observed that the highest relationship was in a positive direction. These results indicate that there is a very low level of relationship between lesson supervision anxiety and organizational commitment.
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SCHOOL CULTURE AND SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS' LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS Mehmet Zengin, Hüseyin Odun, Fatih Bülbül
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This study, aiming to determine the relationships between school principals' leadership styles and teachers' perceptions of school culture, was designed using a quantitative research approach and a correlational survey model. The population of this research consists of a total of 315 teachers working in private primary and secondary schools in the districts of LefkoÅŸa, affiliated with the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), during the 2022-2023 academic year. The sample consists of 192 teachers randomly selected from this population who participated in the research. The data collection instruments used in the study were the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ) to measure teachers' perceptions of their school principals' transformational, transactional, and laissez-faire leadership styles and the School Culture Scale (SCS) to measure teachers' perceptions of school culture in the schools where they work.
At the end of the research, it was found that teachers' perceptions of their school principals' transformational, transactional, and laissez-faire leadership styles were similar in terms of gender. Additionally, teachers' perceptions of their school principals' leadership styles were similar among married and single teachers. However, significant differences were observed in teachers' views on school culture based on their gender. Specifically, female teachers had significantly higher scores than male teachers in bureaucratic culture and task culture, while there was no significant difference in support and achievement culture.
THE ROLE OF EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN EDUCATION MANAGEMENT Nurettin ALTUN, Lütfü OFLAZ, Gülşen ÖZKÖK, Ayşe Özgül ÖZZAİM, Ayşe OFLAZ
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The aim of this study is to detect the effect of communication factor in education management and educational life and also the effect that it provides for education and its activities in terms of using the effective communication skills by the educational managers and teachers as well as in sustaining more qualified and effective communication process. As it is qualitative; in this study, 30 teachers were interviewed who work in Namık Kemal High School, Hala Sultan Religious College, PolatpaÅŸa High School, Erenköy High School and Çanakkale Secondary School administered by Ministry of National Education. Structured interview form was used and 5 questions were prepared by the researchers considering the literature information for detecting the role of effective communication of the sampling group in education management. The number of the participants who does not have a problem with their managers has been found very less in the result of the research. It has been found out that the participants had problems with their managers such as; disrespectful behaviors, different views, misunderstanding and miscommunication, etc. All the participants agreed on if the teacher mastered parallel to his or her knowledge, life experience and sincerity then s/he could succeed in communicational mastery. The participants stated that; they faced problems in school and out of the school such as; judging, listening problems, one-way communication, difficulty in self-expression and being unable to establish empathy.
THE ROLE OF ORGANIZATIONAL FORGIVENESS ON THE EFFECT OF PERCEIVED ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT ON ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT Azmiye Yınal
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This study aims to investigate the effect of perceived organizational support on organizational commitment and to examine the role of organizational forgiveness in this relationship. According to the results of the study conducted on 140 teachers working in schools in TRNC using relational survey model, perceived organizational support by teachers has a significant effect on organizational commitment. In the first model of the study, it was determined that organizational commitment was positively affected by the increase in the organizational justice sub-dimension. It was observed that as the teachers' perceptions of justice within the organization increased, their commitment to the organization strengthened. In the second model, the effect of the sub-dimension of management support on organizational commitment was examined and it was observed that teachers' commitment to the organization increased as the support from the management increased. In the third model, the effect of organizational rewards and working conditions sub-dimension on organizational commitment was examined, and it was determined that organizational commitment strengthened with the increase in rewards and suitable working conditions offered to teachers. In the fourth model, the results of multiple linear regression analysis, in which all sub-dimensions of perceived organizational support were evaluated together, revealing that although there was a decrease in the effects on organizational commitment, organizational commitment was still strongly explained when organizational justice, management support and organizational rewards and working conditions sub-dimensions were combined. As a result, organizational forgiveness has a moderate positive effect on employees' organizational commitment. This study reveals that organizational support, justice, management support and rewards affect teachers' commitment levels and emphasizes that organizational forgiveness plays an important role in this dynamic.
TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT AND CUSTOMER CONCEPT IN EDUCATION Banu BAĞBAN, Gülben BİLLUROĞLU
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Total Quality Management (TQM) practices in the education sector are based on a customer-oriented perspective. Students are considered as internal customers and TQM aims for continuous development and quality improvement in educational institutions. Customer satisfaction is a critical factor affecting the success of educational institutions. The satisfaction of current students affects future student preferences. In order for TQM to be successful in education, the adoption of this approach by the top management, the motivation and co-operation of the instructors are important. It is important to define internal and external customers by considering the concept of customer in a broad perspective and to measure customer satisfaction through surveys and interviews. Customer satisfaction in education is related not only to education services but also to administrative processes and support services. In order to maintain customer satisfaction, the quality of education should not deteriorate, but meeting every request of the customer should also be avoided. Research shows that TQM offers a solid basis for quality management in the education sector.
VINCIT QUI SE VINCIT: DISRUPTING HETEROSEXUAL WHITE MALENESS AS A TOOL FOR CULTIVATING CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP Brian Vassallo
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The main aim of this study is to explore how school leaders might use disruptive leadership to improve educational opportunities and foster a climate of respect, equity and justice in educational institutions. The paper focused on four post-secondary schools and delineates the extent to which 4 Maltese school leaders were disruptive in creating organisational change and improving student outcomes. As a White male school leader, the researcher delved critically into school leaders’ perceptions of how leadership processes are being challenged to embrace the reality of multiculturalism in our Maltese schools. The research is innovative in the way it proposes the disruption of heterosexual White maleness as a tool for cultivating cultural responsiveness in daily leadership praxis, decision making and agentic dispositions. The research also instils a sense of urgency among school leaders to further hone and promote culturally responsive leadership skills.
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