Functions of Education Leader

Abstract

In present study knowledge levels of the Director of National Education and Vice Directors from Ağrı Provincial Directorate of National Education, Primary and Secondary School Principals and Vice Principals on the issue of Education Directorship (Educational Leadership) have been investigated. To detect Directorship knowledge levels of directors, a questionnaire consisting of information on directorship has been presented to them. The sampling of research is composed of 27 principals and 49 vice principals from Ağrı Provincial Directors of National Education. According to research findings: Directors have given answers to questions on Directorship (Educational Leadership) at varying rates by meeting the expectations in a “desired” manner.  Findings reveal that directors are equipped with thorough knowledge on leadership behavior.

Keywords

• Primary functions in leadership,Secondary functions in leadership

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